Washington Bargain and Sale Deed Form

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Washington Bargain and Sale Deed Form

A Washington bargain and sale deed is used to transfer property from a seller to a buyer with a guarantee that the title has not been previously conveyed or encumbered during the seller’s ownership. Generally known as a “special warranty deed” in other states, it only holds the seller liable for encumbrances if they were made while they held the title.

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A Washington bargain and sale deed is used to transfer property from a seller to a buyer with a guarantee that the title has not been previously conveyed or encumbered during the seller’s ownership. Generally known as a “special warranty deed” in other states, it only holds the seller liable for encumbrances if they were made while they held the title.

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Recording Requirements

  1. The grantor must acknowledge their signature before a notary.[1]
  2. Deeds cannot exceed 8.5” x 14” in size.[2]
  3. The first page top margin must be at least 3″, all other margins must be at least 1″.
  4. Documents must be printed in at least 8pt font.

The County Auditor is responsible for recording real property deeds.[3] The current recording fee of $303.50 for the first page and $1 for each additional page.[4]

Sources

  1. § 64.04.020
  2. § 65.04.045
  3. § 65.08.070, 65.08.060(4)
  4. King County – Record a Document
  5. § 65.04.047