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Alabama Quitclaim Deed

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STATE OF ALABAMA QUITCLAIM DEED

Prepared by U.S. Legal Forms, Inc.

Copyright 2016 - U.S. Legal Forms, Inc.

[One Individual to Three Individuals as Tenants in Common]

Control Number – AL - SDEED – 8-3

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QUITCLAIM DEED

(Individual to Three Individuals)

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS THAT:

IN VALUABLE CONSIDERATION OF TEN DOLLARS ($10.00), and other good and valuable consideration, cash in hand paid, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, , an individual, married unmarried, hereinafter referred to as “Grantor”, does hereby remise, release, quitclaim, grant and convey unto , married unmarried, and , married unmarried, and , married unmarried, as Tenants In Common, hereinafter “Grantees”, the following lands and property, together with all improvements located thereon, lying in the County of , State of Alabama, to-wit:

See Legal Description Attached as Exhibit A incorporated by reference as though set forth in full

Legal Description:

TO HAVE AND TO HOLD same unto Grantees, and unto Grantees’ heirs and assigns forever, with all appurtenances thereunto belonging.

The property herein conveyed is not a part of the homestead of Grantor as the term “homestead” is defined and used in Alabama Code Sections 6-10-2, -3 (1975) as amended, or is part of the homestead of Grantor and if the Grantor is married, the conveyance is joined by both Husband and Wife.

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WITNESS Grantor(s) hand(s) this the day of , 20.

Signature of Grantor

Type/Print Name

STATE OF ALABAMA

COUNTY

I, a Notary Public, hereby certify that whose name is signed to the foregoing instrument or conveyance, and who is known to me, acknowledged before me on this day that, being informed of the contents of the conveyance, he/she executed the same voluntarily on the day the same bears date.

Given under my hand this the day of , 20.

Notary Public

Print Name

My commission expires:

Grantor(s) Name, Address, phone:

Grantee(s) Name, Address, phone:

SEND TAX STATEMENTS TO GRANTEE

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EXHIBIT A

Quitclaim Deed Exhibit A

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What an Alabama Quitclaim Deed Does

An Alabama Quitclaim Deed is a written instrument used to transfer whatever interest the grantor may have in real property to a grantee without making any warranty about title. It conveys only the grantor’s present rights and does not assure marketable title. In Alabama the deed should identify parties, include a precise legal description, and carry a notary acknowledgment; recording the deed in the county land or probate records provides public notice and establishes priority in the chain of title.

Why parties choose a quitclaim deed in Alabama

A quitclaim deed is commonly used for quick transfers where warranty protections are unnecessary — for example, intra-family transfers, correcting a title defect, or removing a party from ownership following divorce. It is faster and often less expensive than a warranty deed but provides no guarantee about title or liens.

Why parties choose a quitclaim deed in Alabama

Who typically uses the Alabama Quitclaim Deed

Common users range from private homeowners to legal and real estate professionals handling non-warranty transfers and administrative title adjustments.

  • Homeowners transferring property within a family to simplify ownership and estate planning.
  • Parties in divorce or probate settlements transferring property interest without warranty protection.
  • Title professionals or attorneys performing intra-company transfers, curative filings, or corrective conveyances.

Choose this form when a simple transfer of interest is intended and the grantee accepts the absence of title warranties; otherwise consider a warranty deed or professional review.

Step-by-step: preparing and recording a quitclaim deed in Alabama

Follow these steps to prepare, notarize, and record an Alabama Quitclaim Deed correctly to reduce rejection risk and protect recording priority.

  • 01
    Prepare Deed: Complete names, legal description, and consideration section accurately.
  • 02
    Sign & Acknowledge: Grantor signs before a notary with proper ID present.
  • 03
    Record Document: File with county probate or land records office promptly.
  • 04
    Deliver to Grantee: Provide the recorded copy to the grantee for possession.

Typical routing from draft to recorded deed

This sequence summarizes the common operational steps: draft, notarize, record, and distribute the recorded deed to the grantee.

  • Draft: Complete deed fields and legal description accurately.
  • Notarize: Grantor acknowledges signature before a notary public.
  • Record: Submit to the county office with recording fee.
  • Distribute: Provide recorded copy to grantee and retain originals.

Configuring an online workflow for quitclaim deeds

Set up an e-signature workflow that supports signature collection, notarization steps, and recorded-copy delivery to streamline execution and retention.

Field Configuration
Signer Authentication Email link with optional SMS or ID verification.
Notary Workflow Remote or in-person notarization steps and recording package.
Document Format PDF with embedded fields and metadata for recording.
Routing Sequential signing order with automatic recorded copy delivery.

Technical considerations for digital signing and notarization

Verify platform support for notarization, secure PDF export, and required signer authentication before submitting an Alabama Quitclaim Deed electronically.

  • Formats: PDF and DOCX preferred formats.
  • Integrations: Connect to Google Drive, NetSuite, Salesforce.
  • Authentication: Email, SMS, or advanced KBA.

Timelines and processing expectations

Key timing and processing expectations for preparing, notarizing, and recording an Alabama Quitclaim Deed locally.

Preparation Time:

Depends on complexity; often same-day to a few days.

Notarization Availability:

In-person immediate; RON subject to state and notary rules.

Recording Time:

County recording typically 1–10 business days; expedited options vary.

Delivery of Copies:

Recorded copy returned by mail or electronic delivery within days.

Fee Payment:

Pay recording and notary fees at submission; county may accept online payment.

Essential sections to include in a professional quitclaim deed

A complete Alabama Quitclaim Deed contains clearly labeled sections that assist the recorder and protect parties by reducing ambiguity about the transfer.

Grantor/Grantee

Identify grantor and grantee with full legal names, including entity designators. Precise identification reduces indexing errors and aids title verification during future searches or transactions.

Consideration

Specify the consideration amount or a nominal phrase. Clear consideration language documents the transaction purpose and can be relevant to transfer tax and reporting determinations.

Legal Description

Provide the full metes-and-bounds description or recorded parcel identifier. Street addresses alone are usually insufficient for reliable indexing by the county recorder.

Habendum Clause

Describe the estate granted (for example 'forever' or 'so long as'); unambiguous wording clarifies the nature of the interest conveyed to the grantee.

Acknowledgement

Include a notary acknowledgement block with notary signature, seal, and date. Recording offices generally require this element to accept the deed for recordation.

Recording Block

Reserve space for the recorder's stamp and include recording instructions or county name to streamline submission and ensure proper indexing.

Common preparation mistakes to avoid

  • Using only a street address instead of the recorded legal description often results in recorder rejection and delays in transferring title.
  • Typographical errors or omitted suffixes in names are a frequent reason deeds are returned or not indexed correctly.
  • Incorrect or absent notary acknowledgments, or reliance on unauthorized remote notarizations, can make the deed unacceptable for recording.
  • Recording without checking mortgages, judgments, or liens can leave the grantee exposed to existing encumbrances on the property.

Consequences of incorrect or incomplete deeds

Recording Rejection: Document may be refused.
Title Risk: No warranty of title.
Tax Consequences: Recordation tax may apply.
Lien Exposure: Existing liens remain.
Notary Invalidity: Acknowledgment may be rejected.
Legal Disputes: Increased litigation risk.

Security and compliance considerations for electronic handling

Encryption: TLS 1.2/1.3 in transit, AES-256 at rest.
Audit Trail: Timestamp, IP, action log retained.
Certifications: SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001 compliant.
HIPAA: BAA required for PHI handling.
eSignature Law: ESIGN Act and UETA compliance.
Access Controls: SSO, MFA, role-based permissions.

Real-world scenarios where parties use a quitclaim deed

Representative scenarios illustrate when parties choose a quitclaim deed in family and transactional contexts.

Family Transfer

A parent transfers a vacation parcel to an adult child to consolidate family ownership and simplify estate administration.

  • No title warranty accompanies the transfer.
  • The family recorded the deed immediately, kept the recorded copy with estate records, and sought title insurance before a later sale to ensure marketability.

Divorce Settlement

One spouse conveys interest in the marital property to the other as part of property division following divorce.

  • The transfer conveys only present interest.
  • The parties recorded the deed and provided proof to the court; counsel recommended a title search to identify any existing liens before finalizing the settlement.

eSignature vendor comparison relevant to deed execution and notarization

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Frequently asked questions about Alabama Quitclaim Deeds

Answers to common questions about execution, notarization, e-signing, recording, and correcting quitclaim deeds in Alabama.


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