West Virginia Deed Forms (6)

West Virginia Deed Forms (6)

West Virginia deed is the document real estate owners use to transfer their property to someone else. In addition to traditional sales, deeds are used for estate planning, securing loans, and other transactions involving a title transfer. Once executed, the deed is filed with the county clerk to record the change in ownership.

Last updated June 16th, 2025

West Virginia deed is the document real estate owners use to transfer their property to someone else. In addition to traditional sales, deeds are used for estate planning, securing loans, and other transactions involving a title transfer. Once executed, the deed is filed with the county clerk to record the change in ownership.

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By Type (5)

Deed of Trust – Secures a loan by transferring the borrower’s title to a trustee until their debt is settled.

 

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General Warranty Deed – Warrants that the grantor holds title and will defend it against current and past claims.

 

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Lady Bird Deed – Names one or more beneficiaries to inherit property after the owner dies.

 

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Quit Claim Deed – Provides no assurances about the title or the validity of the grantor’s right to transfer.

 

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Special Warranty Deed – Guarantees no title claims arose while the grantor held title, but makes no promises about prior ownership periods.

 

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Transfer on Death Deed – Allows property to be conveyed (without warranty) to a beneficiary upon the owner’s death.

 

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Formatting

Paper – No larger than 8.5″ x 14″[1]

Margins – No statewide rule; some counties require a 2″ top margin on the first page[2]

Font – 10pt minimum[3]

Recording

Signing Requirements – The grantor’s signature must be notarized or proved by two witnesses.[4]

Where to Record – Completed deeds are recorded with the County Clerk’s Office.[5]

Cost – $30 for the first five pages, $1 for each additional page (as of this writing)[6]

Additional Forms

Declaration of Consideration or Value Statement – For conveyances subject to transfer tax, this declaration must be attached to the deed to report the purchase price and true property value.[7]

Sales Listing Form (Form STC 12:39) – Used to relay various transfer details when presenting a deed for recording.