COLLECTORS FAQs
Q: What is the procedure to obtaining Real Estate Transfer stamps?
A: An inspection of the property should be ordered through the building department. A final water bill reading should be done 3-5 days before closing and scheduled through the water department. Stamps are $10 per thousand dollars of property value. The original deed for the closing. State and County tax declaration forms. Payment accepted is cash, certified check, attorney check (not their personal account, must say Attorney at Law on check) and credit card.
Q: What is the procedure to obtain exempt stamps?
A: If original owners are coming off title and new people going on, they do need an inspection of the property through the building department. The water bill must be paid up to date and there can be no other outstanding debt to the city (fines on property, parking tickets, etc.) for the individual(s) coming off title. The quit claim deed, trust agreement (if it is in a trust or coming out of a trust). Attorney’s affidavit if someone is coming off title indicating no money is being exchanged. The Berwyn transfer form completed and a $50 fee for the transaction.
Q: What is needed to become licensed as a contractor?
A: Fill out a business license application form, a surety bond and certificate of insurance. If you are a corporation, a copy of corporation papers, copy of your drivers license. Check with the Collector’s office on specific contractor licenses as different types of contractors have different requirements for bond and wording on insurance certificates. Contractor licensing fees vary by type of contractor.
Q: What is needed to become licensed as a business in Berwyn?
A: Fill out a business license application and pick up a checklist of documents that will be needed before the license can be issued. After the application is complete, call Debi Suchy, City Collector, to go over requirement document and obtain information relating to the Business Licenses. Once all documents have been submitted, inspections will be done on the premises and after compliance, the license fee will be determined. Once paid, the Business License will be issued. Business Licenses are valid from January 1st through December 31st of each year.
Q: What do I need to get a vehicle sticker?
A: Vehicle registration (showing Berwyn address), which will show proof of license plate number and a valid drivers license. If just moving to Berwyn and the address has not been changed, a copy of your lease or closing papers on your property will be accepted. It is a good idea to have your vehicle registration changed (at the Secretary of State or Currency Exchange) as soon as possible.
Q: Why can't I get a vehicle sticker with a temporary plate?
A: Because your permanent license plate number will be different from your temporary license plate number. You have 30 days to purchase a vehicle sticker once you receive your permanent license plates.
Q: Do I have to purchase a new vehicle sticker if I sell my car and purchase a new one?
A: No. Peel the old sticker off the car before you sell it and bring the registration from your new car and we will transfer your old information to your new vehicle for a cost of $2.00.
