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Arkansas Quitclaim Deed

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STATE OF ALABAMA
QUITCLAIM DEED

[One Individual to Four Individuals as Joint Tenants
with the Right of Survivorship]

Control Number – AL - SDEED – 8-4

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Prepared By and After Recording Return to:

Send Tax Statements to Grantee (Name and Address):

--------Above This Line Reserved For Official Use Only--------

QUITCLAIM DEED

[One Individual to Four Individuals as
Joint Tenants with right of Survivorship]

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS THAT:

FOR 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, hereinafter referred to as “Grantor”, does hereby remise, release, quitclaim, grant and convey unto , and and Individuals, as joint tenants with right of survivorship and not as tenants in common, hereinafter “Grantees”, the following lands and property, together with all improvements located thereon, lying in the County of , City 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 to the said Grantees as joint tenants, with right of survivorship, their heirs, personal representatives, executors and assigns forever: it being the intention of the parties to this conveyance, that (unless the joint tenancy hereby created is severed or terminated during the joint lives of the grantees herein) in the event one Grantee herein survives the other, the entire interest in fee simple shall pass to the surviving Grantee, and if one does not survive the other, then the heirs and assigns of the Grantees herein shall take as tenants in common.

WITNESS Grantors' hand this the day of 20

Signature of Grantor

Type/Print Name

THE 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/they executed the same voluntarily on the day the same bears date.

Given under my hand this day of , A. D. 20

Notary Public

Type or Print Name

My commission expires:

WAIVER OF RIGHTS

I, of , spouse of , in consideration of the above sum and other good and valuable consideration received, do hereby waive and release to Grantee(s) all rights of dower, curtesy, homestead, community property, and all other right, title and interest, if any, in and to the above property.

WITNESS Grantor's hand this the day of 20

Grantor's Spouse

Type or Print Name

State of Alabama

County

I, a in and for said county in said state, hereby certify that whose name is signed to the foregoing conveyance, and who is known to me, acknowledged before me on this day that, being informed of the conveyance, he/she executed the same voluntarily on the same day the same bears date.

Given under my hand this the day of 20

Notary Public

Type or Print Name

My commission expires:

Grantor(s) Name, Address and phone:

Grantee(s) Name, Address and Phone:

EXHIBIT A

(Attach Legal Description Here if not included above)

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What an Arkansas Quitclaim Deed Is and when it’s used

An Arkansas Quitclaim Deed is a legal instrument used to transfer whatever interest the grantor holds in real property to a grantee without making warranties as to title or encumbrances. It conveys only the grantor’s present interest — if any — and is commonly used for transfers between family members, during divorces, or to clear title issues. The deed must be signed, notarized, and recorded in the county where the property is located to affect public land records and preserve priority against later claims.

Why people choose a Quitclaim Deed in Arkansas

Quitclaim deeds are straightforward, usually faster and less costly than warranty deeds, and effective for transfers between parties with established trust. They work well to clear clouds on title, move property within families, or reflect a change in ownership after divorce, but they do not guarantee title defects are free of claims.

Why people choose a Quitclaim Deed in Arkansas

Who commonly prepares or signs an Arkansas Quitclaim Deed

Typical users include private individuals and professionals handling simple ownership transfers or title corrections in Arkansas.

  • Private parties: family members transferring property between relatives following inheritance or gift.
  • Divorcing spouses: used to transfer an interest as part of property division settlements.
  • Title professionals and attorneys: used to clear a cloud on title or correct recording errors.

For complex sales or where buyers need title protection, a warranty deed or attorney review is generally recommended instead of a quitclaim.

Step-by-step: completing an Arkansas Quitclaim Deed

Follow these core steps to prepare a valid quitclaim deed for recording in Arkansas; adapt steps if counsel or title company guidance is required.

  • 01
    Identify Parties: Enter grantor and grantee full legal names exactly.
  • 02
    Describe Property: Use the complete legal description from the current deed or survey.
  • 03
    Sign and Notarize: Grantor signs before a notary; notarization is required for recording.
  • 04
    Record Deed: File with the county recorder where the property is located.

Timing considerations: signing, notarization, and recording

There is no fixed statutory deadline to record a quitclaim deed, but timely recording protects priority and aids tax assessment updates and title insurance issuance.

Record Promptly:

Record immediately after notarization to protect priority and notice.

County Processing:

County review and scanning often take 1–4 weeks depending on backlog.

Tax Assessment Update:

Property tax records update on the next billing cycle after recording.

Title Insurance:

Provide recorded deed copy to title insurer to update ownership records.

Chain of Title:

Delays in recording can risk senior liens taking priority if previously unrecorded.

Common preparation errors to avoid

  • Using an incomplete or incorrect legal description copied from internet sources rather than the prior recorded deed or survey.
  • Mismatched names between ID and deed (nicknames, abbreviations) that delay recording or raise title questions.
  • Failing to notarize before filing — a deed without a proper notary acknowledgement typically will not be accepted for recording.
  • Recording a signed but intentionally blank field deed or using vague consideration language that creates ambiguity in transfer intent.

Risks and consequences of an incorrect deed

Unrecorded Priority: Loses priority
Title Defect: Remains unresolved
Tax Liability: May trigger tax issues
Recording Rejection: County may reject
Fraud Concerns: Potential legal exposure
Revocation Difficulty: Hard to reverse

Essential elements every Arkansas Quitclaim Deed should include

A professionally completed deed groups several required elements together; omitting any can result in rejection or title uncertainty when recorded.

Grantor / Grantee

Full legal names and capacities for grantor(s) and grantee(s). Include business designations for entities and the signatory’s title if executing on behalf of a corporation or LLC.

Legal Description

The property’s full metes-and-bounds or lot-and-block description exactly as shown on the last recorded deed or survey; this is the primary identifier for recorder indexing.

Transfer Language

Clear quitclaim granting clause that conveys all of the grantor’s interest without warranty language; states the transfer nature and identifies the property being transferred.

Consideration Clause

A statement of consideration, even nominal, showing quid pro quo and reflecting the parties’ intent to transfer ownership rights.

Notary Acknowledgement

Proper notary block signed and stamped by a commissioned notary public; necessary for county acceptance and recording in Arkansas.

Recording Block

Space for the county recorder’s stamp, recording information, and recording fees; leave margin and formatting as required by the recorder.

Typical execution and filing flow

A consistent workflow helps avoid rejections: prepare, execute with notarization, then record and distribute copies to affected parties.

  • Prepare Document: Draft deed and verify legal description.
  • Execute: Grantor signs before notary.
  • Record: File original with county recorder.
  • Distribute Copies: Provide recorded copy to grantee and tax authority.

Technical and platform considerations for eSigning and eFiling

If using electronic tools for drafting or signing, confirm supported file formats, authentication options, and integrations with your title or county systems.

  • File formats: PDF and DOCX supported
  • Integrations: Salesforce, NetSuite, Google Workspace
  • Authentication: Email, SMS code, or stronger KBA

Platforms that comply with ESIGN and UETA and that support notarization workflows (in-person or state-permitted RON) can streamline execution, but always confirm with the county recorder whether an original notarized paper deed is required for submission.

Real-world scenarios where a quitclaim deed is appropriate

A few common use cases show when a quitclaim deed is the practical choice rather than a warranty deed.

Family Transfer

Parents transfer property to adult children to simplify estate planning and avoid probate.

  • Short transaction, not a sale, often with nominal consideration.
  • Because quitclaim deeds provide no title warranty, families commonly use them where trust exists and later secure title insurance if needed for resale.

Clearing Title

A quitclaim deed corrects a name or title defect discovered in a title search.

  • Used to remove a former owner or cloud on title quickly.
  • Title companies and attorneys often accept a quitclaim followed by a title affidavit to resolve records before issuing a policy.

Comparing eSignature vendors and pricing for signing deeds

Vendor plans and capabilities vary; the table below summarizes common purchase dimensions relevant to signing and managing quitclaim deeds electronically.

signNow DocuSign Adobe Sign PandaDoc HelloSign
Starting Price $8/user/mo $15/user/mo $14/user/mo $19/user/mo $15/user/mo
Free Trial 7-day free trial Varies Varies Varies Varies
Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No
Envelope Cap No envelope cap 100 envelopes/user/year Varies Varies Varies

Frequently asked questions about Arkansas Quitclaim Deeds

Answers to common practical and legal questions when preparing, signing, or recording a quitclaim deed in Arkansas.


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