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 General Warranty Deed – Conveys property with a full guarantee that the title is clear.
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 Life Estate Deed – Names a beneficiary (remainderman) to receive real estate after the grantor’s death.
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 Special (Statutory) Warranty Deed – Guarantees that a property’s title is clear of encumbrances from the grantor’s period of ownership.
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 Quit Claim Deed – Transfers real estate ownership from a grantor to a grantee without warranties.
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Formatting
No state-wide formatting. Counties may have specific requirements.
Recording
Signing Requirements – Deeds must be signed by the grantor and either notarized or witnessed by one disinterested person. (Notarization is standard.)[1]
Where to Record – Alabama deeds must be filed at the Probate Court with jurisdiction over the property.[2]
Cost – Fees are set by the probate judge of each county.[3]
Additional Forms
Real Estate Sales Validation (Form RT-1) – Must be attached and filed with all deeds for property tax purposes.[4]