Arkansas Deed Forms (5)

Arkansas Deed Forms (5)

An Arkansas deed legally transfers a property title from a grantor to a grantee, in most cases from a seller to a buyer. Different types of deeds offer the grantee different levels of protection against liens, competing ownership claims, and other encumbrances. To be valid, a deed must be signed by the grantor, two witnesses, and a notary public.

Last updated June 3rd, 2025

An Arkansas deed legally transfers a property title from a grantor to a grantee, in most cases from a seller to a buyer. Different types of deeds offer the grantee different levels of protection against liens, competing ownership claims, and other encumbrances. To be valid, a deed must be signed by the grantor, two witnesses, and a notary public.

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By Type (5)

Beneficiary Deed – Transfers the title of a property to a designated beneficiary upon the current owner’s death.

 

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Deed of Trust – Conveys property title to an impartial third party until a loan to finance the grantee’s property purchase is repaid in full.

 

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General Warranty DeedGuarantees that the grantor holds legal title and that it is clear of encumbrances.

 

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Quit Claim Deed – Under this deed, the grantee accepts the property as-is and accepts responsibility for title claims.

 

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Special Warranty Deed – Guarantees that the property is free of any title issues during the grantor’s ownership period.

 

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Formatting

Paper – 8.5″ x 11″

Margins – 2.5″ blank space in the top-right corner of first page, 1/2″ margins on all pages, 2.5″ bottom margin of last page[1]

Recording

Signing Requirements – Deeds must be signed by the grantor and two disinterested witnesses, with notary acknowledgment.[2]

Where to Record – To make a property transfer official, the deed of conveyance must be recorded at the County Recorder’s Office.[3]

Cost – $15 for the first page, $5 for each additional page.[4]

Additional Forms

Arkansas Real Property Tax Affidavit of Compliance Form – The Department of Finance and Administration states that the Real Property Transfer Tax must be paid on each deed that conveys real property. The rate is $3.30 per $1000 and must be paid and submitted with this document.