By Type (4)
Deed of Trust – Conveys a property title to a third-party trustee to hold as collateral for a loan between the grantor and a lender.
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General Warranty Deed – Transfers the property’s ownership with the guarantee that there are no title defects whatsoever.
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Quit Claim Deed – A deed that does not offer any assurances regarding the quality of the property’s title.
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Special Warranty Deed – Guarantees that there are no title defects from the period during which the grantor was the owner.
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Formatting
Paper – White paper of sufficient weight and thickness to be legible.
Font – Black and at least 8pt[1]
Recording
Signing Requirements – The grantor’s signature requires a notary acknowledgment.[2]
Where to Record – Deeds are filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court where the property is located.[3]
Cost – $20 for deeds of up to 9 pages (as of this writing)[4]
Additional Forms
Land Instrument Intake Sheet – Must be completed and filed with the deed to provide the court clerk with all relevant details of the conveyance (see instructions).[5]



