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A Florida deed is a document that records the transfer of property ownership between two parties, usually a buyer and seller. Depending on the type of deed and its language, the recipient will be given a different level of security regarding the property title. The form must be witnessed, notarized, and filed with the circuit court clerk to be legally valid.

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A Florida deed is a document that records the transfer of property ownership between two parties, usually a buyer and seller. Depending on the type of deed and its language, the recipient will be given a different level of security regarding the property title. The form must be witnessed, notarized, and filed with the circuit court clerk to be legally valid.

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By Type (4)

General Warranty Deed – Transfers real estate with the guarantee that there are no claims on the property on account of all current and previous owners.

 

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Lady Bird Deed – Allows an owner to arrange for the transfer of their property to a beneficiary while retaining ownership during their lifetime.

 

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Quit Claim Deed – Used to transfer real estate between two parties with no guarantee that there are no existing liens or encumbrances.

 

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Special Warranty Deed – Guarantees that there are no encumbrances on the property from the current owner. However, this guarantee does not extend to previous owners.

 

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Formatting

Deeds must have a blank space in the top right corner of all pages, measuring[1]:

  • 3″ x 3″  on the first page
  • 1″ x 3″ on all subsequent pages

The document must be printed on paper no larger than 8.5″ x 14″ to avoid additional recording fees or refusal.[2]

Recording

Signing Requirements – Deeds must be signed by the grantor, a notary public, and two witnesses.[3]

Where to Record – Conveyances must be recorded by the Circuit Court to be legally valid.[4]

Cost –  Recording fees are $10 for the first page and $8.50 for each additional page.[5]

Sources

  1. §§ 689.02, 695.26(1)(e), 727.117, 28.24(13)
  2. § 28.24(13)(a)
  3. § 689.01(1), § 695.26
  4. §§ 695.01(1), 28.222(3)(a)
  5. § 28.24(13)(a), (d), (e)