Texas Deed Forms (8)

Texas Deed Forms (8)

Texas deed is used by property owners to convey their title and legal ownership to another party. Deeds can include warranties that protect the grantee (party receiving ownership) from unpaid liens or other issues that could affect the property’s transferability and use. The inclusion of warranties often depends on the parties’ relationship and their knowledge of the title’s history.

Last updated June 10th, 2025

Texas deed is used by property owners to convey their title and legal ownership to another party. Deeds can include warranties that protect the grantee (party receiving ownership) from unpaid liens or other issues that could affect the property’s transferability and use. The inclusion of warranties often depends on the parties’ relationship and their knowledge of the title’s history.

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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 – Confirms the grantor’s authority 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 verify 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]