One of the simplest ways to transfer title to a piece of real estate, whether it's land or a house, and not making any type of guarantee or warranty about the title or nature of your interest in the property, is by using a Quitclaim Deed.

Quitclaim Deed forms are legal documents used by a person or entity (called Grantor) to transfer an interest in a piece of real property to another party or entity (called the Grantee). By using a Quit Claim Deed the Grantor does not make any promises or guarantees with regards to the quality of title that is being transferred. In effect, there is no promise that the title is clear or that the Grantor even has any interest in the property that can be transferred. Quitclaim Deeds are often used between family members or when trying to eliminate any potential problems with the title. They are also used in divorces when one spouse wishes to pass their interest in the property to the other spouse.

These are just some of the important provisions included in this Quitclaim Deed:

• The amount of consideration paid: How much was paid for the transfer of title;
• The name and address of the Grantor and Grantee: Identifying and locating the parties;
• Description of where property is located:The city and county where the property is;
• Legal Description of property:The description of the property as found in public records;
• Signatures: Required for the transfer of the deed; and
• Notary Acknowledgment Block: It is important for the deed to be notarized and avoids problems later if the validity of the deed is ever challenged.

This form packet prepared by lawyers includes:

1. Instructions and Checklist for Quitclaim Deed
2. Quitclaim Deed

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