Quick Claim Deed

A Quick Claim Deed, also known as a Quitclaim Deed, is a type of deed that is used to transfer ownership of a property from one person to another. This type of deed is often used when the transfer of property is between family members, such as when a parent is transferring a property to a child, or when a person is adding a spouse to the title of a property. The Quick Claim Deed is a simple and straightforward way to transfer ownership, but it does not provide any guarantees or warranties regarding the title of the property.

Understanding Quick Claim Deeds

A Quick Claim Deed is a document that is used to transfer the grantor’s (the person giving up ownership) interest in a property to the grantee (the person receiving ownership). This type of deed is often used to clear up any cloud on the title, such as when a person’s name is still on the title after a divorce, or when a person has passed away and their name needs to be removed from the title. The Quick Claim Deed is typically used to transfer ownership of real property, such as a house, condo, or land.

Types of Quick Claim Deeds

There are several types of Quick Claim Deeds, including:

• Warranty Deed: This type of deed provides a guarantee that the grantor has clear title to the property and that there are no liens or encumbrances on the property.
• Quitclaim Deed: This type of deed is a simple transfer of ownership, but it does not provide any guarantees or warranties regarding the title of the property.
• Special Warranty Deed: This type of deed provides a guarantee that the grantor has clear title to the property, but only for the time period that the grantor has owned the property.

In addition to these types of deeds, there are also several other types of deeds that can be used to transfer ownership of a property, including grant deeds, bargain and sale deeds, and deeds of trust.

How to Create a Quick Claim Deed

Creating a Quick Claim Deed is a relatively straightforward process, but it does require some specific information and documentation. To create a Quick Claim Deed, you will need to include the following information:

1. The name and address of the grantor (the person giving up ownership)
2. The name and address of the grantee (the person receiving ownership)
3. A description of the property being transferred, including the address and any other relevant details
4. The type of deed being used (e.g. Quitclaim Deed, Warranty Deed, etc.)
5. Any other relevant information, such as the consideration (the amount of money being paid for the property) and any other terms or conditions of the transfer

Once you have gathered all of the necessary information, you can create the Quick Claim Deed document. This document should be signed by the grantor and notarized to make it official.

Recording a Quick Claim Deed

After the Quick Claim Deed has been signed and notarized, it must be recorded with the county recorder’s office in the county where the property is located. This is an important step, as it provides public notice of the transfer of ownership and helps to prevent any future disputes or claims to the property.

To record a Quick Claim Deed, you will need to submit the document to the county recorder's office, along with any other required documents and fees. The specific requirements for recording a Quick Claim Deed will vary depending on the county and state where the property is located, so it's a good idea to check with the county recorder's office ahead of time to determine what is required.