Tennessee Deed Forms (4)

Tennessee Deed Forms (4)

A Tennessee deed is a real estate document that conveys property ownership from the current title holder to another party. A deed is recorded in the county’s public records to report the transfer and other transaction details, such as the property’s legal description and whether title warranties are included.

Last updated June 23rd, 2025

A Tennessee deed is a real estate document that conveys property ownership from the current title holder to another party. A deed is recorded in the county’s public records to report the transfer and other transaction details, such as the property’s legal description and whether title warranties are included.

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By Type (4)

Deed of Trust – A deed that transfers title to a third-party trustee to retain until a buyer pays off a home loan.

 

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General Warranty Deed – Guarantees that the grantor is the property’s owner and will defend the title against current and past claims.

 

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Quit Claim Deed – Does not certify the grantor as the title holder or provide security against title encumbrances.

 

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Special Warranty Deed – Holds the grantor responsible for title encumbrances that originated during their ownership of the property.

 

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Formatting

Paper – No larger than 8.5″ x 14″[1]

Margins – No statewide standard; 3″ top margin required in certain counties[2]

Recording

Signing Requirements – Tennessee deeds need to be signed by the grantor and notarized.[3]

Where to Record – Once executed, a deed must be recorded by the Register of Deeds in the county where the property is located.[4]

Cost – $12 for the first two pages, $5 for each additional page (as of this writing)[5]