Laura Pohlmeier
Republican
Cass County Register of Deeds P26
Job Description
How office affects the voter
The Register of Deeds keeps track of who owns which properties, so voters who own property, or are in process of purchasing property, are trusting the Register of Deeds to keep accurate records.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Register of Deeds is responsible for maintaining accurate and current land records. Numerous documents relating to real estate including deeds, mortgages, easements, contracts, assignments, releases and plats are recorded in the office. Financial records for properties that are not yet paid for are managed by the Register of Deeds. They keep track of bankruptcy proceedings and their effects on property ownership. Statutes detail how records are to be kept, including the need to have fireproof vaults.
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How office affects the voter
The Register of Deeds keeps track of who owns which properties, so voters who own property, or are in process of purchasing property, are trusting the Register of Deeds to keep accurate records.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Register of Deeds is responsible for maintaining accurate and current land records. Numerous documents relating to real estate including deeds, mortgages, easements, contracts, assignments, releases and plats are recorded in the office. Financial records for properties that are not yet paid for are managed by the Register of Deeds. They keep track of bankruptcy proceedings and their effects on property ownership. Statutes detail how records are to be kept, including the need to have fireproof vaults.
Requirements for the position
Registered voter. Residency in the county is not required when applying to run but is required if the position is won.
Other information
Must have dogged attention to detail. Failing to perform the duties can result in a Class IV misdemeanor.
Term of office
Term of office is 4 years, with no term limits.
Partisan?
Candidates are nominated by their party in a primary election.
When election is held
Every four years along with state officers.
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How office affects the voter
The Register of Deeds keeps track of who owns which properties, so voters who own property, or are in process of purchasing property, are trusting the Register of Deeds to keep accurate records.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Register of Deeds is responsible for maintaining accurate and current land records. Numerous documents relating to real estate including deeds, mortgages, easements, contracts, assignments, releases and plats are recorded in the office. Financial records for properties that are not yet paid for are managed by the Register of Deeds. They keep track of bankruptcy proceedings and their effects on property ownership. Statutes detail how records are to be kept, including the need to have fireproof vaults.
Requirements for the position
Registered voter. Residency in the county is not required when applying to run but is required if the position is won.
Other information
Must have dogged attention to detail. Failing to perform the duties can result in a Class IV misdemeanor.
Term of office
Term of office is 4 years, with no term limits.
Partisan?
Candidates are nominated by their party in a primary election.
When election is held
Every four years along with state officers.