The Registry of Deeds is one of the most important, yet lesser-known, institutions in our Commonwealth. The Registry processes hundreds of thousands of documents each year and is a key resource for homeowners, real estate professionals, financial institutions, and municipalities.
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts has 21 registry districts, each directed by an elected Register of Deeds. The Register oversees the day-to-day and longterm responsibilities of the Registry, including receiving and tracking all real estate documents in the district.
A successful Register of Deeds must have a strong understanding how real estate transactions are carried out and experience solving complicated problems at the interaction of law and public policy. Under strong leadership, each Registry of Deeds is a valuable and trusted resource for residents.