By Type (5)
Beneficiary Deed – Names a beneficiary who will receive a home in the event of the owner’s death.
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Deed of Trust – Transfers a property title to a third-party trustee until a home loan is repaid.
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General Warranty Deed – Gives full warranties that the property title is clear.
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Quit Claim Deed – Offers no guarantees that the property being conveyed has a clear title.
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Special Warranty Deed – Guarantees that the conveyed real estate is free of liens and encumbrances from the grantor’s time of ownership.
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Formatting
Paper – Cannot be larger than 8.5″ x 14″
Margins – Top margin of at least 2″ on the first page, all other margins at least 0.5″
Font – At least 10pt[1]
Recording
Signing Requirements – Deeds must be signed by the grantor and notarized.[2]
Where to Record – Once a deed has been properly signed and notarized, it must be filed at the County Recorder’s Office.[3]
Cost – $30[4]
Additional Forms
Affidavit of Property Value – This affidavit declaring the property’s value must be attached to all deeds at the time of recording unless exempt.[5]




