By Type (8)
Deed of Trust – A deed where a trustee retains an owner’s property title until their home loan is repaid in full.
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General Warranty Deed – States the grantor has the right to transfer and offers full protection against title encumbrances.
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Gift Deed – Used to transfer real estate without an exchange of payment between the grantor and the grantee.
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Lady Bird Deed – Allows property to pass to beneficiaries upon the grantor’s death without going through probate.
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Life Estate Deed – Grants someone lifetime use of property, with ownership passing to another party automatically upon their death.
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Quit Claim Deed – Offers no warranties against title encumbrances and does not state the grantor’s right to transfer.
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Special Warranty Deed – Protects the title against encumbrances occurring after the current grantor took possession, but not before.
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Transfer on Death Deed – Allows a beneficiary to receive title upon the grantor’s death without involvement from the probate court.
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Formatting
Paper – Maximum size of 8.5″ x 14″
Font – At least 8 points[1]
Recording
Signing Requirements – Either a notary public or two witnesses must be present when the grantor provides their signature.[2]
Where to Record – Completed deeds are recorded at the Clerk’s Office in the county where the property is located.[3]
Cost – $25 for the first page, $4 for each additional page (as of this writing)[4]







