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Quit Claim Deed Form

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WARRANTY DEED

(Corporation to Two Individuals)

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS THAT:

The undersigned, a Corporation organized under the laws of the state of
hereinafter referred to as "Grantor", whose address is does hereby convey

and warrant unto Two Individuals, as joint tenants
with rights of survivorship, whose address is hereinafter “Grantees”, the following lands and property,

together with all improvements located thereon, lying in the City/County/Township of State of Michigan, to-wit:

Describe Property of State "SEE DESCRIPTION ATTACHED"

for the sum of: () Dollars

SUBJECT to easements and building and use restrictions of record if any, and any taxes which constitute a lien but are not yet due and payable.

Prior instrument reference: Book Page Document No. of the Recorder of
County, Michigan.

LESS AND EXCEPT all oil, gas and minerals, on and under the above described property owned by Grantor, if any, which are reserved by Grantor.

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

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.

THE GRANTOR(S) also grant(s) to the Grantee(s) the right to make division(s) under § 108 of the Land Division Act, Act No. 288 of Public Acts of 1967.

THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED PREMISES may be located within the vicinity of farmland or a farm operation. Generally accepted agricultural and management practices which may generate noise, dust, odors, and other associated conditions may be used and are protected by the Michigan Right to Farm Act.

Dated this day of 20

Signed, Sealed and Delivered

in the presence of:

Witness

Witness

BY:

TITLE:

STATE OF

COUNTY OF

The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this (date) by
of
a corporation, on behalf of the corporation.

Notary Public

Printed Name:

My Commission Expires:

Drafted by and return to:

Send subsequent tax bills to:

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What a Quit Claim Deed Form Is and When It’s Used

A Quit Claim Deed Form is a legal instrument that transfers whatever interest a grantor has in real property to a grantee without making warranties about title. It conveys the grantor’s present rights, if any, and does not guarantee there are no defects or liens. Commonly used between family members, in divorce settlements, to clear title issues, or to transfer interests into trusts or LLCs, a quitclaim deed is faster and simpler than a warranty deed but provides less protection to the recipient.

Why a Quit Claim Deed Form Matters

The Quit Claim Deed Form lets parties move ownership interest quickly and with limited formalities. It minimizes negotiation over covenants and is suitable when parties know each other or when the recipient accepts the risk of existing title issues.

Why a Quit Claim Deed Form Matters

Typical Users and Situations for This Form

The Quit Claim Deed Form is used by individuals and entities in a range of transfer scenarios where a fast, limited-warranty conveyance is appropriate.

  • Private parties transferring property within family or between spouses, often for estate planning or divorce settlement purposes.
  • Small business owners or LLC members moving real property into or out of an entity for administrative simplification.
  • Estate administrators or trustees conveying property into trusts or to beneficiaries when warranties are unnecessary.

Core Parts of a Professional Quit Claim Deed Form

A well-drafted quitclaim deed includes specific, verifiable information and standardized clauses so the county recorder and title insurers can process it accurately.

Grantor/Grantee

Full legal names and capacities of parties transferring and receiving interest, matching government IDs and prior title documents.

Legal Description

The full metes-and-bounds or lot-block record description as shown on the recorded plat — avoid using only street addresses.

Consideration

State the stated consideration (dollar amount or nominal value) to record tax implications and validate the transfer.

Habendum

Short clause clarifying the interest transferred (for example 'all right, title and interest') and any limitations on rights conveyed.

Acknowledgement

Notary acknowledgement section for the grantor’s signature to meet recorder and title company requirements.

Recording Block

Space reserved for county recorder stamps, book/page or document number, and recording fee notation.

Step-by-Step: Completing and Recording a Quit Claim Deed

Follow this sequence to prepare, execute, and record the quitclaim deed to reduce processing delays and title complications.

  • 01
    Prepare Deed: Obtain current legal description and APN from county records.
  • 02
    Fill Fields: Complete names, consideration, description, and parcel ID carefully.
  • 03
    Sign & Notarize: Grantor signs before a notary public; notary completes acknowledgement.
  • 04
    Record Document: File with county recorder where the property is located; pay the recording fee.

How Execution, Notarization, and Recording Fit Together

The deed’s validity depends on correct execution, proper notarization, and timely recording with the local county recorder to provide public notice.

  • Execution: Grantor signs the completed deed in front of the notary.
  • Notarization: Notary verifies identity and completes acknowledgment block.
  • Submission: Deliver the notarized deed to recorder’s office by mail or in person.
  • Recording: Recorder stamps and indexes the deed; obtain certified copy for title file.

Setting Up a Digital Workflow for a Quit Claim Deed

A digital workflow reduces errors and ensures consistent placement of signatures, dates, and notary blocks when using eSignature and document management tools.

Field Configuration
Document Template Use a locked PDF with fillable fields for names and legal description.
Signer Order Set grantor as signer first, then optional grantee for acknowledgement.
Authentication Use email plus SMS code or RON identity proofing where available.
Storage Store signed PDF with audit trail in the secure records folder.

Digital Platform Requirements and Integration Notes

Choose a platform that accepts PDF/DOCX input, supports notarization workflows, and provides an audit trail that records signer identity and timestamps.

  • File Formats: PDF, DOCX supported
  • Integrations: Salesforce, NetSuite, Google Workspace
  • Security: AES-256 at rest

Essential Data Points Required on the Deed

Grantor Name: Full legal name
Grantee Name: Full legal name
Legal Description: Recorded description
Parcel ID: Assessor parcel number
Consideration: Stated dollar amount
Signature Block: Grantor signature and date

Key Risks of an Incorrect or Unrecorded Quit Claim Deed

Unrecorded Transfer: Title disputes risk
Missing Notary: Recording rejection
Name Mismatch: Indexing errors
Bad Description: Boundary confusion
Undisclosed Liens: Liens survive transfer
Tax Consequences: Transfer tax exposure

Common Preparation Errors to Avoid

  • Using a street address instead of the recorded legal description leads to recording office rejection and indexing mistakes that complicate title searches.
  • Failing to match party names exactly to prior recorded instruments, including suffixes and entity designators, causes clerical rejections or misindexed records.
  • Skipping notarization or using an incomplete notary acknowledgement invalidates the deed for recording in all counties and prevents title transfer.
  • Delaying recording after execution increases the risk that subsequent liens or transfers will take priority over the unrecorded deed.

Timing and Processing Expectations for a Quit Claim Deed

While no uniform federal deadline exists for recording a deed, timely recording is critical to protect the grantee’s priority against intervening interests.

Execution Date:

Enter signature date in MM/DD/YYYY format

Recommended Recording:

Record as soon as possible to preserve priority

Notary Timing:

Notarize at time of signing to validate acknowledgment

County Processing:

Recording may take days to weeks depending on county workload

Document Copies:

Keep certified recorded copy for title file

eSignature Pricing and Feature Comparison for Deed Workflows

Compare core pricing and feature differences among common eSignature vendors when selecting a platform to prepare, sign, and store quitclaim deeds and associated records.

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 by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan
Bulk Send Yes Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No
Envelope Cap No envelope cap 100 envelopes/user/year Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan

FAQs and Troubleshooting for the Quit Claim Deed Form

Answers to frequent questions about validity, recording, eSigning, notarization, and state variations to help avoid common pitfalls during title transfers.


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