Instructions to Download Form RP-5217-PDF, Real Property Transfer Report
Warning: While unofficial forms found elsewhere may appear similar, the resulting barcodes may not provide accurate results. This could result in your form being delayed or rejected when you attempt to record the deed.
You must download and use only this Form RP-5217-PDF. The official form is only available on our website.
Note regarding New York City: For property sales in New York City, use the city’s Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS), except on Staten Island, where you should use Form RP-5217-NYC and RP-5217-NYC instructions.
How to download Form RP-5217-PDF
Due to the scannable 2D barcode, you must download and complete Form RP-5217-PDF using Adobe Acrobat. The county clerk will not accept the form if it is completed by hand or any other process.
- Select Download Form RP-5217-PDF below to save the form to your Downloads folder.
- Navigate to the Downloads folder on your computer or network and right-click.
- Select Open with, then choose Adobe Acrobat Reader.
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