Updated May 14, 2022
A Maine general warranty deed is used to transfer property from a seller to a buyer in the State of Maine. With a warranty deed, the seller is providing to the buyer a guarantee that the seller owns the property, that there are no other rights to any part of the property other than what is disclosed, and that the seller has the legal authority to sell the property. By signing this deed, the seller is agreeing to defend the buyer if any unforeseen claims of ownership to the property should arise. However, it is still prudent for the buyer to conduct a thorough title search.
Laws – Title 33 (Property)
Signing Requirements – The grantor(s) are required to sign this document in front of a Notary Public or officer of the court (33 M.R.S.A. § 203).
Notices and Disclosures
- A real estate transfer tax form must be filed with the warranty deed either online or with the printable form (36 M.R.S.A. § 4641).
- Statutory Form – 33 M.R.S.A. § 763
Recording the Deed
A warranty deed is required to be filed with the Registry of Deeds where the property is located (33 M.R.S.A. § 201-B).