Thursday, January 29, 2015

Document Recording Checklist Added to Website

Recently, a Document Recording Checklist was added to our website to serve as a reference guide for our recording requirements. This listing was created to keep our document standards consistent, as well as maintain organization throughout the recording process. Using this checklist ensures that your documents will meet the recording standards of the Hampden County Registry of Deeds, which results in improved efficiency while conducting business. It can be found in the Information section of our website.

Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Register Ashe Speaks at Fashion Show

Register Ashe with scholarship recipient 
Lauren Kennedy and Polanie Club President Loretta Goyette


Register Ashe with Polanie Club Secretary Joyce Lingner
 and President Loretta Goyette

Recently, Register Ashe spoke at the Polanie Club's 24th Annual Fashion Show and presented a proclamation to this year's scholarship award recipient, Lauren Kennedy.  The Polanie Club works tirelessly to give back to its community and prides itself on its involvement in numerous organizations, such as the Baystate Breast Cancer Program, March of Dimes, Shriner's Hospital and the Ronald McDonald House, just to name a few.  All money raised from this event goes towards the scholarship fund, which is bestowed upon young individuals who give back to others, just as they do.  Congratulations, Lauren!

Thursday, January 22, 2015

Coverage of Register Ashe's 2014 Release and Forecast on Masslive

ashe .jpgHampden County Registrar of Deeds Donald E. Ashe explains the latest revenue numbers during a press conference in his office Wednesday. (MARK M.MURRAY/ THE REPUBLICAN)

Wednesday, January 21, 2015

Register Ashe Releases Figures for Calendar Year 2014




Today, Register Donald E. Ashe held his semi-annual Release and Forecast for Calendar Year 2014.  In 2014, $1,177,099,500.00 was spent on real estate in Hampden County, which resulted in the recording of 69,753 documents and collection of $11,794,868.97 in total revenue for the Registry of Deeds.  Of that revenue, $31,970,000.00 was spent on casino related properties in the downtown Springfield area.