A quitclaim deed transfers whatever interest the owner has in a property, but promises nothing about the title. It’s typically used between people who trust each other: adding a spouse, transferring to family, or moving property into a trust.
Free Quitclaim Deed template
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Recording requested by and return to: ____, ____
Mail tax statements to: ____, ____
APN: ____
Quitclaim Deed
For ____, ____, of ____ ("Grantor"), hereby quitclaims to ____, of ____ ("Grantee"), ____, all of Grantor’s right, title and interest in the following real property in ____ County, ____:
____
Grantor makes no warranty of title.
Grantor: __ Date: __
Notary acknowledgment
State of __ County of __
On __, before me personally appeared ____, proved to me to be the person whose name is signed above, who acknowledged executing this deed.
Notary Public: __ My commission expires: __
This free template is general information, not legal advice, and may not suit your state or situation. Some documents must be signed before witnesses or a notary. For anything important, have a lawyer review it.
Important: deeds are state-specific
Counties have strict formatting and recording requirements (margins, page size, required statements, transfer tax forms). Many states and counties publish their own deed forms. Check with your county recorder before recording, and consider having a real estate lawyer or title company prepare or review the deed.
Quitclaim vs warranty deed
A warranty deed guarantees clear title; a quitclaim deed does not. Buyers paying market value should almost always get a warranty deed and title insurance.
Watch out for
- Mortgages: transferring title doesn’t remove anyone from the loan, and may trigger a due-on-sale clause.
- Taxes: transfers can trigger transfer taxes, reassessment or gift tax reporting.
- Recording: an unrecorded deed may not protect the new owner.
Need help? Talk to a real estate attorney.
Frequently asked questions
Does a quitclaim deed need to be notarized?
Yes, and recorded with the county where the property is located.
Does a quitclaim deed remove me from the mortgage?
No. The loan stays the same unless the lender releases or refinances it.
Questions from readers
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