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 Deed of Trust – Used to transfer a property title to a trustee as collateral for a loan.
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 Deed Upon Death – Allows a beneficiary to inherit property upon the grantor’s death.
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 Grant, Bargain, and Sale Deed – Protects against title issues tied to the grantor’s ownership.
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 Quit Claim Deed – This deed transfers ownership without guaranteeing a clear title.
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 Warranty Deed – Offers full protection against title defects caused by current and prior owners.
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Formatting
Paper – White 20-pound paper, minimum size of 8.5″ by 11″
Margins – 3″ by 3″ margin at the top right of the first page, 1″ margin everywhere else
Font – 10-point Times New Roman font, black ink[1]
Recording
Signing Requirements – A notary public must notarize the grantor’s signature.[2]
Where to Record – Deed must be filed with the County Recorder in the same county where the property is situated.[3]
Cost – Approximately $42 (as of this writing).[4]
Additional Forms
Recording Cover Page – Grantors are often required to complete a cover page, which they can obtain from the County Recorder.
Declaration of Value Form – Must be included when presenting a property deed for recording.[5]