Illinois Quit Claim Deed Form

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An Illinois quit claim deed transfers property from a grantor to a grantee without assurances regarding title quality or the grantor’s right to transfer. Unlike a general warranty deed, a quit claim deed provides no guarantee that the grantor holds any part of the title of the property. Due to its lack of warranties, this deed is often reserved for transfers between trusted parties.

Illinois Quit Claim Deed Form

An Illinois quit claim deed transfers property from a grantor to a grantee without assurances regarding title quality or the grantor’s right to transfer. Unlike a general warranty deed, a quit claim deed provides no guarantee that the grantor holds any part of the title of the property. Due to its lack of warranties, this deed is often reserved for transfers between trusted parties.

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An Illinois quit claim deed transfers property from a grantor to a grantee without assurances regarding title quality or the grantor’s right to transfer. Unlike a general warranty deed, a quit claim deed provides no guarantee that the grantor holds any part of the title of the property. Due to its lack of warranties, this deed is often reserved for transfers between trusted parties.

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Recording Details

  • Signing Requirements – Notary acknowledgment is required.[1]
  • Where to Record – County Recorder’s Office[2]
  • Recording fees – According to state law, $31 is the minimum recording fee for deeds; however, most county recorders charge upwards of $70.[3]

Formatting Requirements

Deeds must comply with the following requirements to be accepted as a standard document for recording[4]:

  • Margins: 0.5″ margin on all sides, 3″ x 5″ blank space in the top right corner of the first page
  • Font: Not specified in state statutes, but most counties require at least 10pt font
  • Paper: Minimum 20-pound weight white paper measuring 8.5″ x 11″ with no stapled or affixed attachments
  • Ink: Black

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