South Carolina Special Warranty Deed Form

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A South Carolina special warranty deed allows a real estate owner to convey a property with a warranty against claims that arose during their ownership. Under this type of deed, the grantor must settle any third-party claims if they were made while they held the title. If a title issue arises and it was made under a previous owner, the buyer bears responsibility for resolving it.

South Carolina Special Warranty Deed Form

A South Carolina special warranty deed allows a real estate owner to convey a property with a warranty against claims that arose during their ownership. Under this type of deed, the grantor must settle any third-party claims if they were made while they held the title. If a title issue arises and it was made under a previous owner, the buyer bears responsibility for resolving it.

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A South Carolina special warranty deed allows a real estate owner to convey a property with a warranty against claims that arose during their ownership. Under this type of deed, the grantor must settle any third-party claims if they were made while they held the title. If a title issue arises and it was made under a previous owner, the buyer bears responsibility for resolving it.

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Recording Requirements

  • Must be signed by the grantor, two witnesses, and a notary (the notary can serve as a witness).[1]
  • Formatting standards are not outlined in the South Carolina laws, though counties may impose their own filing requirements for documents.[2]

The County Registers of Deeds files deeds for properties in its county for a fee of $15.[3]

Sources

  1. § 27-7-10, § 30-5-30(B), Horry County – Prerequisites to Recording Documents
  2. Greenville County Register of Deeds – Recording Requirements and Fees
  3. § 30-7-10, § 8-21-310(A)(1)
  4. § 12-24-70(A)(1)