General Warranty Deed – Official

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Select one of the 51 jurisdictions.

Grantor

The "Grantor" refers to the person, persons, or entity transferring ownership of real property to another party.

Are there multiple Grantors?

Are there multiple Grantors? No, only one Grantor (person or trust)Yes, there are multiple Grantors

In real estate transactions, the Grantor is usually the seller or current owner of the real property.

Is the Grantor a trust?

Is the Grantor a trust? YesNo

You may select "Yes" if title to the real property is held in a trust.

Who is authorized to execute this Deed under the trust instrument?

Who is authorized to execute this Deed under the trust instrument? One settlorTwo settlors (acting jointly)An authorized trustee

Who are the settlors of the trust?

Who are the settlors of the trust? Two individuals (a married couple)Two individuals (not married)

Enter the name of the authorized trustee:

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Enter the name of the settlor:

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Enter the name of the settlor 1:

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Enter the name of the settlor 2:

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Grantor's full name:

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Grantor's full address:

Street Address

Address Line 2

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What is Grantor's current marital status?

What is Grantor's current marital status? Single (Not Married)MarriedSeparated (But Legally Married)Single (Divorced)Widowed

How many Grantors?

Grantor 1's full name:

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Grantor 1's address:

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What is Grantor 1's current marital status?

What is Grantor 1's current marital status? Single (Not Married)MarriedSeparated (But Legally Married)Single (Divorced)Widowed

Grantor 2's full name:

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Grantor 2's address:

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What is Grantor 2's current marital status?

What is Grantor 2's current marital status? Single (Not Married)MarriedSeparated (But Legally Married)Single (Divorced)Widowed

Grantor 3's full name:

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Grantor 3's address:

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What is Grantor 3's current marital status?

What is Grantor 3's current marital status? Single (Not Married)MarriedSeparated (But Legally Married)Single (Divorced)Widowed

Grantor 4's full name:

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Grantor 4's address:

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What is Grantor 4's current marital status?

What is Grantor 4's current marital status? Single (Not Married)MarriedSeparated (But Legally Married)Single (Divorced)Widowed

Grantor 5's full name:

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Grantor 5's address:

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What is Grantor 5's current marital status?

What is Grantor 5's current marital status? Single (Not Married)MarriedSeparated (But Legally Married)Single (Divorced)Widowed

Trust as Grantor

Enter the name of the trust:

Enter the mailing address on file for the trust:

Street Address

Address Line 2

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Enter the name of the settlors:

If multiple, enter all the names. For example, "John Smith and Mary Smith."

Enter the full names of all trustees:

Enter the date the trust instrument was executed:

Grantee

The "Grantee" refers to the person, persons, or entity being granted property rights.

Are there multiple Grantees?

Are there multiple Grantees? No, only one Grantee (person or trust)Yes, there are multiple Grantees

In real estate transactions, the Grantee is usually the buyer or new owner of the property.

Is the Grantee a trust?

Is the Grantee a trust? YesNo

How many Grantees?

Enter the full name of the Grantee:

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Grantee's full address:

Street Address

Address Line 2

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What is Grantee's current marital status?

What is Grantee's current marital status? Single (Not Married)MarriedSeparated (But Legally Married)Single (Divorced)Widowed

Grantee 1's full name:

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Grantee 1's address:

Street Address

Address Line 2

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What is Grantee 1's current marital status?

What is Grantee 1's current marital status? Single (Not Married)MarriedSeparated (But Legally Married)Single (Divorced)Widowed

Grantee 2's full name:

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Grantee 2's address:

Street Address

Address Line 2

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What is Grantee 2's current marital status?

What is Grantee 2's current marital status? Single (Not Married)MarriedSeparated (But Legally Married)Single (Divorced)Widowed

Grantee 3's full name:

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Grantee 3's address:

Street Address

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What is Grantee 3's current marital status?

What is Grantee 3's current marital status? Single (Not Married)MarriedSeparated (But Legally Married)Single (Divorced)Widowed

Grantee 4's full name:

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Grantee 4's address:

Street Address

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What is Grantee 4's current marital status?

What is Grantee 4's current marital status? Single (Not Married)MarriedSeparated (But Legally Married)Single (Divorced)Widowed

Grantee 5's full name:

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Grantee 5's address:

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Address Line 2

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What is Grantee 5's current marital status?

What is Grantee 5's current marital status? Single (Not Married)MarriedSeparated (But Legally Married)Single (Divorced)Widowed

Grantee 6's full name:

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Grantee 6's address:

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What is Grantee 6's current marital status?

What is Grantee 6's current marital status? Single (Not Married)MarriedSeparated (But Legally Married)Single (Divorced)Widowed

Grantee 7's full name:

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Grantee 7's address:

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What is Grantee 7's current marital status?

What is Grantee 7's current marital status? Single (Not Married)MarriedSeparated (But Legally Married)Single (Divorced)Widowed

Grantee 8's full name:

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Grantee 8's address:

Street Address

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What is Grantee 8's current marital status?

What is Grantee 8's current marital status? Single (Not Married)MarriedSeparated (But Legally Married)Single (Divorced)Widowed

Grantee 9's full name:

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Grantee 9's address:

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What is Grantee 9's current marital status?

What is Grantee 9's current marital status? Single (Not Married)MarriedSeparated (But Legally Married)Single (Divorced)Widowed

Grantee 10's full name:

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Grantee 10's address:

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What is Grantee 10's current marital status?

What is Grantee 10's current marital status? Single (Not Married)MarriedSeparated (But Legally Married)Single (Divorced)Widowed

Trust as Grantee

Enter the name of the trust:

Enter the name of the settlor:

If multiple, enter all the settlors' names. For example, "John Smith and Mary Smith."

Enter the name of the trustee:

If multiple, enter all the trustees' names. For example, "Allen Smith and Barbara Smith."

Enter the mailing address on file for the trust:

Street Address

Address Line 2

City

State

ZIP Code

Enter the date the trust instrument was executed:

Joint Ownership

Grantor may designate what type of ownership interest the Grantees will receive through this Deed. You may select one of the four options described below.

What type of ownership interest will the Grantees take?

What type of ownership interest will the Grantees take? As tenants in commonAs joint tenantsAs tenants by the entiretyI do not wish to specify

Tenants in Common – Each grantee holds an undivided fractional interest in the property. Generally, this means that each grantee has a right to sell, lease, or transfer their ownership interest freely without the other grantee's consent.

Joint Tenants – Operates in a similar manner as a tenancy in common, except that it creates a "right of survivorship." This means that on the death of a grantee, any remaining grantees in the joint tenancy acquire title automatically by operation of law.

Tenancy by the Entirety – Similar to a joint tenancy, this form of ownership creates a right of survivorship. However, tenants by the entirety cannot sell their interest without the other grantee's consent. Note that most states require the grantees in tenancy by the entirety to be a married couple.

Unspecified – State law will often provide certain default rules that presume the type of ownership received despite not being expressly stated on a deed.

Property Address

What is the common address of the property being transferred?

Street Address

Address Line 2

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ZIP Code

The common address will usually be the property's standard postal address.

Property Description

A valid deed must include the legal description of the real property being conveyed.

Legal descriptions are typically in one of three formats: metes and bounds, lot and block, or rectangular survey systems.

Enter the legal description of the property

You may leave this section blank if you cannot access this information at the time.

If so, your document will include a blank-space area to fill in at a later time. You can always edit your document later and type the legal description here.

Prior Deed

You may leave this section blank if not applicable or if you cannot find the reference ID number at this moment.

What is the assessor's parcel number?

This is usually a reference number or the book and page number where a prior deed was recorded.

What is the prior recording docket reference or sequence number?

Arizona requires that all deeds modifying a previously recorded document state either (i) the prior recording date and docket and page number or (ii) the sequence number of the document being modified.

What is the prior recording's book and page or serial number reference?

Parcel or property identification number?

This is usually a reference, index, or tax map number under a previously recorded deed.

What is the tax map key number?

Enter the tax map reference number:

Consideration

"Consideration" refers to the value or benefit exchanged by the parties through contract.

On a deed, the consideration is typically the dollar amount paid in exchange for the property.

Do you wish to include the actual consideration amount on this Deed?

Do you wish to include the actual consideration amount on this Deed? Yes, I'll enter the actual dollar amountNo, I wish to recite only a nominal amount of Ten Dollars ($10.00)Other

It is common practice for parties to include only a nominal amount on the deed.

"Nominal" refers to a very small or merely symbolic amount. Including a nominal figure allows the actual purchase price to remain private after recording the deed into the public records.

Enter the dollar amount:

In consideration of

Tip: This figure should be spelled out in letters first, then followed by the numerical dollar figure in parenthesis. For example, "Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($500,000.00)."

Enter the good or valuable consideration:

In consideration of

Is the above-stated consideration the actual price of the sale?

Is the above-stated consideration the actual price of the sale? YesNo

Rhode Island law requires that all deeds include the total dollar amount of the actual sale upon recording.

Enter the total dollar amount of the actual sale:

Disclosures

Alabama Real Estate Sales Validation Form (RT-1) must be filed with this Deed upon recording:

Alabama Real Estate Sales Validation Form (RT-1) must be filed with this Deed upon recording: I understand and agree to file Form RT-1 upon recording

You may download or print Form RT-1 by clicking HERE.

Is this transaction exempt from Arizona's affidavit and fee requirements?

Is this transaction exempt from Arizona's affidavit and fee requirements? YesNo

You may view the full list of exemptions HERE.

Select the applicable exemption:

An Affidavit of Property Value must be filed with this Deed upon recording unless exempt:

An Affidavit of Property Value must be filed with this Deed upon recording unless exempt: I understand and agree to file the Affidavit

You may download or print the AZ Department of Revenue's Affidavit of Property Value form by clicking HERE.

The Real Property Transfer Tax Affidavit of Compliance Form must be filed upon recording this Deed:

The Real Property Transfer Tax Affidavit of Compliance Form must be filed upon recording this Deed: I understand and agree to file the Affidavit

Arkansas law requires a Real Property Transfer Tax Affidavit of Compliance Form along with any deed submitted for recording.

You may download or print a copy of the Affidavit from the Arkansas Dept. of Finance and Administration website by clicking HERE.

Form BOE-502-A must be filed along with this Deed upon recording:

Form BOE-502-A must be filed along with this Deed upon recording: I understand and agree to file Form BOE-502-A upon recording

Form BOE-502-A must be filed along with all deeds upon recording under California law. Each county has its own version. You may download or print your county's specific version by visiting the CA assessor's website HERE.

DC Transfer Tax Form must be filed with this Deed upon recording:

DC Transfer Tax Form must be filed with this Deed upon recording: I understand and agree to file the Tax Transfer Form

You may download or print the Transfer Tax Form by clicking HERE.

The real estate transfer tax form (Form PT-61) must be filed before recording this Deed:

The real estate transfer tax form (Form PT-61) must be filed before recording this Deed: I understand and agree to file Form PT-61 before recording

Deeds cannot be recorded in GA unless the Grantor pays the real estate transfer tax (deed tax) to the clerk of the superior court.

The tax may be paid at some point before recording by filing the real estate transfer tax form (Form PT-61) on the GSCCCA's PT-61 eFiling Site.

Is this Property considered homestead property?

Is this Property considered homestead property? YesNo

"Homestead" refers to a property used as the primary dwelling residence of the grantor or the grantor's spouse, if any.

An Illinois transfer tax declaration must be filed along with this Deed upon recording:

An Illinois transfer tax declaration must be filed along with this Deed upon recording: I understand and agree to file Form PTAX-203

Illinois law requires that a transfer tax declaration (Form PTAX-203) be submitted along with all deeds upon recording. You may download or print Form PTAX-203 on the Illinois Dept. of Revenue website by clicking HERE.

Are there any known private burial sites, wells, solid waste disposal sites, underground storage tanks, hazardous wastes, or private sewage disposal systems on the property?

Are there any known private burial sites, wells, solid waste disposal sites, underground storage tanks, hazardous wastes, or private sewage disposal systems on the property? YesNo

Iowa law requires the disclosure of all known conditions listed above.

The Groundwater Hazard Statement must be filed along with this Deed upon recording:

The Groundwater Hazard Statement must be filed along with this Deed upon recording: I understand and agree to file the Groundwater Hazard Statement

The necessary disclosures under Iowa law must be submitted upon recording. County recorders require the disclosures be made on the "Groundwater Hazard Statement" form.

You may download or print it on the Iowa Dept. of Natural Resources website by clicking HERE.

The Real Estate Sales Validation Questionnaire must be completed before recording this Deed:

The Real Estate Sales Validation Questionnaire must be completed before recording this Deed: I understand and agree to complete and file the Sales Validation Questionnaire

Kansas law requires that all deeds be submitted to the local register of deeds with a completed Real Estate Sales Validation Questionnaire unless exempt.

You may download or print the Questionnaire by clicking HERE. You may also view the 16 applicable exemptions HERE.

Does this transfer fall under any of the 16 exemptions?

Does this transfer fall under any of the 16 exemptions? YesNo

You may view the full list of 16 exemptions HERE.

Select the applicable exemption number:

Is this transfer exempt from Kentucky's consideration certificate requirement?

Is this transfer exempt from Kentucky's consideration certificate requirement? YesNo

Kentucky law requires all deeds with nominal or no consideration to include a Consideration Certificate. The Consideration Certificate is a sworn certificate, signed by the grantor and grantee, stating that (i) the transfer is for nominal consideration and (ii) setting out the estimated fair cash value of the property.

The following deeds are exempt:

(a) Deeds which only convey utility easements;

(b) Deeds which transfer property through a court action pursuant to a divorce proceeding;

(d) Deeds which convey cemetery lots;

(e) Deeds which correct errors in previous deeds conveying the same property from the same grantor to the same grantee; or

(f) Deeds which convey real property to a local airport board.

Is this transfer exempt from Kentucky's consideration certificate requirement?

Is this transfer exempt from Kentucky's consideration certificate requirement? YesNo

The following deeds are exempt:

(a) Deeds which only convey utility easements;

(b) Deeds which transfer property through a court action pursuant to a divorce proceeding;

(d) Deeds which convey cemetery lots;

(e) Deeds which correct errors in previous deeds conveying the same property from the same grantor to the same grantee; or

(f) Deeds which convey real property to a local airport board.

Enter the estimated fair cash value of the property:

The property's estimated fair cash value must appear on the Consideration Certificate.

Kentucky law requires that a Consideration Certificate be filed with this Deed upon recording:

Kentucky law requires that a Consideration Certificate be filed with this Deed upon recording: I understand and agree to file the Consideration Certificate

Consideration Certificate – A sworn certificate, signed by both the grantor and grantee, stating that the consideration reflected on the deed is the full amount paid for the property.

Once saved, your Deed will have a Consideration Certificate attached.

The Maine Real Estate Transfer Tax Declaration (Form RETTD) must be filed with this Deed upon recording:

The Maine Real Estate Transfer Tax Declaration (Form RETTD) must be filed with this Deed upon recording: I understand and agree to file Form RETTD upon recording

You may download or print Form RETTD by clicking HERE.

The Land Intake Sheet must be filed upon recording this Deed:

The Land Intake Sheet must be filed upon recording this Deed: I understand and agree to file the Intake Sheet

You may download or print the Land Instrument Intake Sheet by clicking HERE.

Additionally, if the property is located in Baltimore County, any deeds transferring ownership must be submitted with an Application for a Lien Certificate. You may print or download the Lien Certificate Application form HERE.

The Real Estate Transfer Tax Valuation Affidavit must be filed upon recording this Deed:

The Real Estate Transfer Tax Valuation Affidavit must be filed upon recording this Deed: I understand and agree to file the Tax Valuation Affidavit

You may download or print the Michigan Real Estate Transfer Tax Valuation Affidavit by clicking HERE.

Are there any known wells on the property?

Are there any known wells on the property? No, seller does not know of any wells on the real propertyYes, seller will attach the Well Disclosure Certificate to this Deed upon recordingYes, but seller can assure that the status and number of wells on the property have not changed since the last previously filed Well Disclosure Certificate

Minnesota law requires all sellers of real property to disclose to the purchaser the status and location of any wells on the property.

The Minnesota Department of Health provides a Well Disclosure Certificate for this purpose.

The Real Estate Transfer Statement must be filed upon recording this Deed:

The Real Estate Transfer Statement must be filed upon recording this Deed: I understand and agree to file Form 521 upon recording

Nebraska law requires a completed Real Estate Transfer Statement (Form 521) along with any deed submitted for recording.

You may download or print a copy of Form 521 from the Nebraska Dept. of Revenue website by clicking HERE.

The Seller's Residency Form must be filed upon recording this Deed:

The Seller's Residency Form must be filed upon recording this Deed: I understand and agree to file the Seller's Residency Form upon recording

All deeds recorded in New Jersey (with the exception of Sheriff’s Deeds) after August 1, 2004, must have the appropriate Seller's Residency Form attached.

You may download or print the Seller's Residency Form on the NJ.gov website by clicking HERE.

RP-5217-PDF must be filed upon recording this Deed:

RP-5217-PDF must be filed upon recording this Deed: I understand and agree to file RP-5217-PD upon recording

New York law requires a completed Real Estate Transfer Report (RP-5217-PDF) along with any deed submitted for recording.

You may download or print a copy of RP-5217-PDF on the Dept. of Taxation and Finance website by clicking HERE.

The Attorney General's Affidavit must be filed upon recording this Deed:

The Attorney General's Affidavit must be filed upon recording this Deed: I understand and agree to file the Attorney General's Affidavit upon recording

Oklahoma law requires all deeds be accompanied with the Attorney General's Affidavit upon recording.

You may download or print a copy of Attorney General's Affidavit on the Oklahoma.gov website by clicking HERE.

Is this Deed subject to Pennsylvania's coal severance notice?

Is this Deed subject to Pennsylvania's coal severance notice? YesNo

All warranty deeds must include a statutory notice if coal (or any part of the right to surface support) either:

(I) Has been severed from the property in the past, and either: (a) the severance is in the public records; or (b) the seller or title insurer knows or has reason to know of the severance; or

(II) Is being severed contemporaneously with the title transfer under this Deed.

Is this Deed subject to Pennsylvania's bituminous mine subsidence notice?

Is this Deed subject to Pennsylvania's bituminous mine subsidence notice? YesNo

The Bituminous Mine Subsidence and Land Conservation Act requires a coal notice on all deeds that:

—Convey surface land in a county where bituminous coal has been found; and

—The county's tax assessor separately assesses coal for tax purposes.

The Certificate of Real Estate Value (Form PT-56) must be filed upon recording this Deed:

The Certificate of Real Estate Value (Form PT-56) must be filed upon recording this Deed: I understand and agree to file Form PT-56 upon recording

South Dakota law requires a completed Certificate of Value (Form PT-56) upon recording any deed.

You may download or print a copy of Form PT-56 on the SD Dept. of Revenue website by clicking HERE.

The Property Transfer Tax Return (Form PTT-172) may be required upon recording this Deed:

The Property Transfer Tax Return (Form PTT-172) may be required upon recording this Deed: I understand and agree to submit Form PTT-172 if needed

Vermont law may require a Property Transfer Tax Return (Form PTT-172) upon recording of a deed.

You may download or print a copy of Form PTT-172 on the VT Dept. of Taxes website by clicking HERE.

What is the actual value of the property?

Virginia law requires all warranty deeds to disclose the actual value of the property (in addition to the consideration) upon recording.

"Actual value" generally refers to the most recent property tax assessment. As of 2024, the property appraisal does NOT satisfy this requirement.

The Water Rights Addendum may be required upon recording of this Deed:

The Water Rights Addendum may be required upon recording of this Deed: I understand and agree to file the Water Rights Addendum upon recording, if applicable

Utah law requires that all deeds conveying title to land be submitted along with a Water Rights Addendum.

You may download or print the Water Rights Addendum by clicking HERE.

The Sales Listing Form must be filed upon recording this Deed:

The Sales Listing Form must be filed upon recording this Deed: I understand and agree to file the Sales Listing Form upon recording

West Virginia law requires a Sales Listing Form (STC 12:39) upon recording of any deed.

You may download or print a copy of the Sales Listing Form on the WV State Tax Commissioner's website by clicking HERE.

A Real Estate Transfer Return must be completed before recording this Deed:

A Real Estate Transfer Return must be completed before recording this Deed: I understand

Wisconsin law requires that all deeds presented for recording be submitted with a completed Real Estate Transfer Return (RETR).

The RETR can be filed electronically through the Wisconsin Department of Revenue website (HERE).

The Statement of Consideration (SOC) must be filed upon recording this Deed:

The Statement of Consideration (SOC) must be filed upon recording this Deed: I understand and agree to file the Statement of Consideration upon recording

Wyoming law requires a Statement of Consideration (SOC) upon recording of any deed.

You may download or print a copy of the SOC by visiting your county's website, as the SOC varies from county to county. For instance, HERE is the SOC for Sweetwater County.

Preparer / Return-To

Who prepared this document?

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Enter the Preparer's phone number:

Preparer's street address:

Enter only the street address portion of the full address.

City:

State:

Zipcode:

Is the Preparer the same person who will receive this document after recording?

Is the Preparer the same person who will receive this document after recording? YesNo

Who is the person who will receive this document after recording?

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Last

Street address:

Enter only the street address portion of the full address.

City:

State:

Zipcode:

Is the Preparer of this Deed an attorney?

Is the Preparer of this Deed an attorney? YesNo

Enter the Preparer's BAR number:

Recording and Tax Information

Local county clerks or recorders will request the following information upon the recording of any deed.

You may leave any of these questions blank to fill out at a later time.

In which County will this Deed be recorded?

County of

Select the Recording District:

In which parish will this Deed be recorded?

In which City or Town will this Deed be recorded?

City/Town of

Is the property located in a city or in an unincorporated county?

Is the property located in a city or in an unincorporated county? In an incorporated cityIn an unincorporated area of the county

Enter the city name:

Is this transaction exempt from California's documentary transfer tax?

Is this transaction exempt from California's documentary transfer tax? YesNo

California imposes a documentary transfer tax for real estate transactions when the consideration or value of property conveyed exceeds $100.00. Cal. Rev. & Tax. Code § 11911(a).

Certain transactions are exempt. Exemptions vary from county to county, but you may check your local county clerk's website to check for exemptions. For instance, HERE are the exemptions for Los Angeles County; HERE are the ones for Sacramento County.

Select the applicable exemption:

Provide a brief explanation of why the exemption applies:

This exemption applies for the following reason:

What is the documentary transfer tax:

The documentary transfer tax is equal to $1.10 per $1,000.00 of value or consideration paid (exclusive of the value of any remaining liens or encumbrances at the time of the transfer) over $100.00.

What is the city transfer tax?

California cities often impose a transfer tax in addition to the county transfer tax amount. These rates vary from city to city.

You may check your city's website to confirm the rate. For example, HERE are the rates for cities located in Los Angeles County. You may leave this question blank in the meantime if need be.

How was the tax computed?

How was the tax computed? Computed on the consideration or full value of the property conveyed.Computed on the consideration or full value less the value of liens and encumbrances remaining at time of sale.

The second option indicates the Grantee(s) is taking title to the real property subject to pre-existing liens.

Is this transaction subject to the Iowa real estate transfer tax?

Is this transaction subject to the Iowa real estate transfer tax? YesNo

Unless exempt, Iowa imposes a tax on transfers involving a property with an actual market value of over $500.00.

You may review all the applicable exemptions HERE.

A Declaration of Value must be submitted along with this Deed upon recording:

A Declaration of Value must be submitted along with this Deed upon recording: I understand and agree to file the Declaration of Value upon recording

You may download or print the Declaration of Value on the Iowa Dept. of Revenue website by clicking HERE.

Select the applicable exemption:

Match the exemption number listed on the link above.

Is the total consideration for this Deed more than $3,000?

Is the total consideration for this Deed more than $3,000? More than $3,000.00$3,000.00 or less

Under Minnesota law, an electronic Certificate of Real Estate Value (eCRV) must be filed when real property is sold or transferred for consideration greater than $3,000. Consideration includes the amount of any debt assumed.

Enter the eCRV:

eCRV must be filed electronically on the Minnesota Department of Revenue website. Once complete, an eCRV number will be assigned.

You may leave this blank for now and fill out later.

Is all or part of the property registered under the Torrens system?

Is all or part of the property registered under the Torrens system? YesNo

Do you wish to add indexing instructions?

Do you wish to add indexing instructions? YesNo

The chancery clerk's office requires this information for recording purposes. Indexing instructions typically include the section, township, and range, as well as one or more quarter sections, governmental lots, or other applicable subdivisions of each section in which the land is located.

Indexing Instructions:

A Declaration of Value Form must be filed along with this Deed upon recording:

A Declaration of Value Form must be filed along with this Deed upon recording: I understand and agree to file the Declaration of Value upon recording

Nevada law requires that all recorded deeds be submitted along with a Declaration of Value Form.

You may download or print the form on the Nevada Dept. of Revenue website by clicking HERE.

The Declaration of Consideration must be filed along with this Deed upon recording:

The Declaration of Consideration must be filed along with this Deed upon recording: I understand and agree to file the Declaration of Consideration upon recording

New Hampshire law requires that all deeds be submitted for recording along with the Real Estate Tax Transfer Declaration of Consideration.

You may download or print the Declaration of Consideration on the NH Dept. of Revenue website by clicking HERE.

The Real Estate Transfer Tax Return must be filed along with this Deed upon recording:

The Real Estate Transfer Tax Return must be filed along with this Deed upon recording: I understand and agree to file Form TP-584 upon recording

New York law requires that a Real Estate Transfer Tax Return (Form TP-584) be submitted along with all deeds upon recording.

You may download or print Form TP-584 on the NY Dept. of Taxation and Finance website by clicking HERE.

A Statement of Value must be filed along with this Deed upon recording:

A Statement of Value must be filed along with this Deed upon recording: I understand and agree to submit Form DTE-100 upon recording

Ohio law requires that all deeds submitted for recording be accompanied by a Statement of Value and Receipt (Form DTE-100) published by the county auditor.

You may download or print Form DTE-100 by clicking HERE. You may also download or print the version of Form DTE-100 applicable to exemptions by clicking HERE.

The Statement of Value (Form REV-183) must be submitted upon recording this Deed:

The Statement of Value (Form REV-183) must be submitted upon recording this Deed: I understand and agree to file Form REV-183 upon recording

Pennsylvania law requires that all deeds submitted for recording be accompanied by a Statement of Value (Form REV-183) for purposes of assessing realty transfer taxes.

You may download or print Form REV-183 on the PA Dept. of Revenue website by clicking HERE. Some counties may require the use of their own county-specific version form. For instance, click HERE for Philadelphia's Real Estate Transfer Tax Certification.

Tennessee law requires that this Deed include an oath of consideration:

Tennessee law requires that this Deed include an oath of consideration: I understand

Upon recording, Tennessee law requires all warranty deeds to include an "oath of consideration" stating the actual consideration or value, whichever is greater, for the transfer of property.

The oath statement will typically need to be signed by the Grantee(s) before a notary or in the presence of the county register.

This Deed will include a standard oath of consideration at the end of the document.

Do you know the title insurance underwriter?

Do you know the title insurance underwriter? YesNoNot applicable (exempt)

Virginia law requires the party who prepares the deed to either (i) include the name of the title insurance underwriter or (ii) state that the existence of title insurance is unknown to the preparer.

A deed is exempt from this requirement if it does NOT convey residential property with one, two, three, or four residential dwelling units.

Enter the name of the title insurance underwriter:

Enter the section/block and lot numbers:

Though not required statewide, local county recorders may request that this information be included on the first page of the deed upon recording.

NOTE: If the property is a condo, enter the section/block and unit number instead.

Spouse Signature

In certain instances, a married person who executes a deed transferring the interest of a homestead property may need to include a signature from their spouse—even when the spouse holds no interest.

Do you wish to include a signature field for any spouse to sign?

Do you wish to include a signature field for any spouse to sign? YesNo

You may select "No" if the spouse was already listed as a Grantor.

How many spouses will sign this Deed?

Execution

State law requires all deeds be signed and executed as follows.

This Deed requires a notary acknowledgment before recording:

This Deed requires a notary acknowledgment before recording: I understand and agree

A notary public is an authorized individual who serves as an official, impartial witness to the execution of documents.

This Deed must be signed before one witness and a notary public:

This Deed must be signed before one witness and a notary public: I understand and agree

Both the witness and notary serve to authenticate and attest to the execution of the document. The witness should be an impartial or disinterested party in the transaction.

Generally, the notary public may serve as both the witness and notarial officer.

This Deed must be signed before a notary public and two witnesses:

This Deed must be signed before a notary public and two witnesses: I understand and agree

State law requires all deeds be signed before a notary public (or other authorized officer) and two witnesses.

This Deed must be signed before one witness and acknowledged before a notary public:

This Deed must be signed before one witness and acknowledged before a notary public: I understand and agree

New Jersey law requires all deeds be acknowledged by a notary public. Though not required, common practice also requires the Grantor(s) to sign before one witness. Often, the notary can act in both capacities.

Will this Deed be signed before a notary public, one witness, or two witnesses?

Will this Deed be signed before a notary public, one witness, or two witnesses? Notary PublicOne WitnessTwo Witnesses

Under Alabama law, all deeds must be signed before one witness or, if the grantor cannot write, in the presence of two witnesses.

However, deeds to be recorded may require a notary acknowledgment. Signing before a notary public complies with both recording and execution requirements.

Will this Deed be signed before two witnesses or a notary public?

Will this Deed be signed before two witnesses or a notary public? Notary PublicTwo Witnesses

Kentucky law requires all deeds be signed by the Grantor(s) before a notary public (or other authorized officer) or two witnesses.

NOTE: If your Deed requires attaching the Consideration Certificate, the same notary public may attest to the execution of the Deed and acknowledge the statements made in the Consideration Certificate.

Will this Deed be signed before two witnesses or a notary public?

Will this Deed be signed before two witnesses or a notary public? NotaryWitnesses

Tennessee law requires all deeds be signed by the Grantor(s) before a notary public (or other authorized officer) or two witnesses.

Will this Deed be signed before two witnesses or a notary public?

Will this Deed be signed before two witnesses or a notary public? Notary public or authorized official (most common)Sworn statement by two credible witnesses (uncommon)

Texas law requires that all grantors to a deed sign before a notary public or authorized official.

Alternatively, if a grantor cannot do so, the grantor may sign or acknowledge the document in the presence of two credible witnesses. At least one of the witnesses must then execute a sworn statement before a notary public or authorized official.

Enter the name of the County where the notarization will occur:

County of

Ohio law requires this information on all recorded deeds.

Date

When will this Deed be signed and executed?

You may leave this blank if you are unsure when the Deed will be signed.

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