Granting Clause
Language that conveys interest and specifies whether the transfer is fee simple, leasehold, easement, or other interest; precise wording affects title interpretation and future encumbrances.
A clear Land Based Building Real Estate document defines ownership, transfer terms, and obligations, reducing title risk and disputes. Properly completed instruments enable accurate recording, lender acceptance, and consistent tax reporting across jurisdictions.
Typical parties involved before, during, and after execution include buyers, sellers, brokers, lenders, title companies, and recording offices.
Knowing each stakeholder’s role helps route the document correctly and meet recording, tax, and compliance requirements.
A licensed title professional reviews property history, prepares the deed or conveyance exhibit, and confirms recording requirements. They coordinate with lenders, escrow agents, and county recorders to ensure the instrument meets local form and notary standards.
The signatory transferring interest must match title chain and government ID. Owners often provide notarized signatures and attestations of authority; corporate transfers require additional entity documentation such as resolutions or certified articles.
Language that conveys interest and specifies whether the transfer is fee simple, leasehold, easement, or other interest; precise wording affects title interpretation and future encumbrances.
Clear declaration of the consideration exchanged, whether monetary amount, lease terms, or nominal consideration, which supports tax reporting and stamp/transfer fee calculations.
Metes and bounds or recorded plat reference exactly matching county records; an inaccurate legal description can cause recording rejection or title defects.
Defines the extent of the interest conveyed and any limitations or reserved rights, clarifying tenure and future uses.
Lists existing mortgages, easements, or liens; full disclosure reduces post-closing disputes and informs buyer due diligence.
Signatures, dates, and notarization or acknowledgement meeting state rules; correct execution is essential for recording and title acceptance.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signature Fields | Required, with signer name and date |
| Notary Block | Include acknowledgement or jurat per state |
| Authentication | Email plus SMS or KBA where needed |
| Attachments | Include title report and ID copies |
Choose a platform supporting required formats, signer authentication, and audit trails before eSigning.
Confirm the platform preserves a tamper-evident audit trail and can export a court-admissible certificate of completion when needed.
Agreed date for transfer and signing
Record promptly to protect priority; county timelines vary
Due diligence and inspection windows per contract
Report sale proceeds per IRS rules; consult tax counsel
Follow escrow instructions and verified payoff procedures
Buyer and seller agree to terms and execute purchase contract.
Inspections, title review, and lender underwriting occur.
Documents finalized, payoffs ordered, and funds cleared.
Execute deed and record to establish public priority.
Provide executed copies as PDF/A and DOCX to meet county or lender preferences and to preserve formatting for long-term storage.
Attach title commitments, survey plats, recorded easements, and corporate bylaws or resolutions where entity transfers are involved.
Include a tamper-evident certificate of completion with signer IP, timestamps, and authentication method for evidentiary support.
Deliver recorded-stamped originals or certified copies to lender, buyer, and title insurer as required.
A regional brokerage executed a residential deed transfer using an e-signed deed
A developer closed multiple condominium unit sales in a single week
| Criteria | Deed | Lease | Easement | Mortgage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purpose | transfer ownership | transfer possession | grant use rights | secure loan |
| Term | perpetual or defined | fixed term | usually perpetual | until debt repaid |
| Recording | recorded to convey priority | often recorded | often recorded | recorded to perfect lien |
| Typical parties | grantor/grantee | lessor/lessee | grantor/grantee | borrower/lender |
| 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 | Free trial available | Free trial available | Free trial available | Free trial available |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |