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Quitclaim Deed (Corporation to Individual)

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Property Appraiser's Parcel ID No.

QUITCLAIM DEED
(Corporation to Individual)

THIS QUITCLAIM DEED, Made the day of by a Corporation organized under the laws of the state of hereinafter referred to as "Grantor", to an Individual, hereinafter called “Grantee.”

Witnesseth, that the Grantor, for and in consideration of the sum of ten dollars ($10.00), and other good and valuable consideration, cash in hand paid, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, does hereby remise, release, and quitclaim unto Grantee the following lands and property, together with all improvements located thereon, lying in the County of , State of Florida, to-wit:

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

Legal Description:

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

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.

SUBJECT to restrictions, reservations, easements, and covenants of record, reference hereto will not serve to reimpose the same.

TO HAVE AND TO HOLD the same together with all and singular the appurtenances thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining, and all the estate, right, title, interest, lien, equity and claim whatsoever of the said Grantor, either in law or equity, to the only proper use, benefit and behalf of the Grantee forever.

Taxes for tax year shall be prorated between Grantor and Grantee as of the date selected by Grantor and Grantee, or paid by Grantee, or paid by Grantor.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this deed was executed by the undersigned on this the day of 20 .

Signed, Sealed and Delivered
in the presence of these Witnesses
(one of whom may be the Notary):

Sign:

Witness Signature

Printed Name

Sign:

Witness Signature

Printed Name

{Name of Corporation}

BY:

TITLE:

Printed Name

Notary Acknowledgment

STATE OF

COUNTY OF

The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this by of a corporation, on behalf of the corporation. He/she is personally known to me or has produced as identification.

Notary Public

Printed Name:

My Commission Expires:

Commission #:

Grantor Name, Address, phone:

Grantee Name, Address, phone:

SEND TAX STATEMENTS TO GRANTEE

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What a Quitclaim Deed Is and when it’s used

A Quitclaim Deed is a legal instrument used to transfer whatever interest one person (the grantor) holds in real property to another person (the grantee) without making warranties about the title. It conveys only the grantor’s present interest, if any, and does not guarantee that title is clear or free of encumbrances. Quitclaim deeds are commonly used for transfers between family members, to clear title defects, to move property into or out of trusts, or to complete divorce-related property settlements. State recording and notarization rules still apply.

Why people choose a Quitclaim Deed

Use a Quitclaim Deed when you need a fast, simple transfer of property interest without title warranties. It reduces paperwork and legal drafting for intra-family transfers, divorces, or transfers to a trust, but it should not be relied on for guaranteed clear title.

Why people choose a Quitclaim Deed

Common users and situations for Quitclaim Deeds

Common users include homeowners, family members, trustees, and attorneys handling straightforward transfers or title corrections.

  • Homeowners transferring property to relatives after estate planning or to consolidate ownership.
  • Divorcing spouses transferring a party's interest as part of settlement documents.
  • Grantor conveying property into a trust or correcting an earlier deed to clarify ownership.

A Quitclaim Deed is not a substitute for a warranty deed when buyers need title protection.

Essential elements to include in a professional Quitclaim Deed

Primary components and clauses to include in a professionally prepared Quitclaim Deed to ensure accurate transfer, clear identification of parties, and successful recording at the county recorder.

Grantor

List the grantor’s full legal name and capacity (individual, trustee, or entity). Use the exact legal form to avoid mismatch during recording and to ensure clarity about who transfers the interest.

Grantee

Provide the grantee’s full legal name and contact address. If the grantee is a trust or entity, include the trust name, trustee name, and any applicable organizational identifiers.

Consideration

State explicit consideration, even if nominal (for example, 'for $1 and other good and valuable consideration'). Some counties require a dollar amount to accept recording.

Legal Description

Include the property's full legal description as it appears in prior recorded instruments — metes and bounds, lot and block, or assessor parcel number. Avoid partial or street-only descriptions.

Habendum

If applicable, include the habendum clause that clarifies the estate conveyed (e.g., 'to have and to hold') even though quitclaims typically exclude warranties; it explains the scope of interest transferred.

Notary Acknowledgement

Provide a notarization block with space for the notary’s signature, seal, commission expiration, and the county of recording. Most states require an acknowledgment to record the deed.

Step-by-step: completing and recording a Quitclaim Deed

Follow these steps to prepare, sign, notarize, and record a Quitclaim Deed correctly with the county recorder.

  • 01
    Prepare Draft: Draft deed with correct names and legal description.
  • 02
    Sign & Notarize: Grantor signs before a notary with proper ID.
  • 03
    Submit for Recording: Deliver deed to county recorder with fees.
  • 04
    Obtain Copy: Get recorded copy and document the recording number.

How the Quitclaim Deed process typically flows

Overview of the common workflow for preparing, signing, and filing a Quitclaim Deed across digital and paper processes.

  • Draft Document: Prepare deed with required fields and legal description.
  • Sign: Grantor executes deed in presence of notary or via authorized RON.
  • Record: Submit to county recorder with payment and cover sheet if required.
  • Retain: Store recorded copy in secure records and update title files.

Digital format and platform considerations for electronic completion

Digital completion and distribution depend on supported file formats, integration options, and the required signer authentication level for your jurisdiction.

  • File Formats: PDF and DOCX commonly accepted.
  • Integrations: Works with CRM, cloud storage, and ERP platforms.
  • Authentication: Email, SMS, KBA, or RON depending on state.

Timelines and typical processing expectations

Typical timelines and processing expectations for notarization, recording, county processing, and retrieval of Quitclaim Deeds.

Notarization Timing:

Usually same day if parties available; RON sessions may be scheduled.

Recording Window:

Record promptly to establish priority; delays may affect lien priority.

County Processing:

Processing ranges from 1 business day to several weeks by county.

Certified Copies:

Allow extra processing time for certified or certified-exemplified copies.

Tax Reporting:

Update local tax assessor and title records where required after recording.

Required data points to include on the Quitclaim Deed form

Grantor Name: Full legal name as on ID
Grantee Name: Full legal name and address
Legal Description: Complete recorded legal description
Consideration Amount: Exact stated consideration amount
Notary Block: Notary acknowledgement and seal
Recording County: County and recorder's office name

Penalties and risks of an incorrect or incomplete Quitclaim Deed

Recording Rejection: Invalid form or missing notarization
Clouded Title: Unclear ownership, liens persist
Tax Liability: Unreported transfers may trigger reassessment
Fraud Risk: Unintended conveyance via improper signature
Boundary Disputes: Incomplete legal description causes disputes
Resale Issues: Buyers may require cure or warranty

Common preparation mistakes to avoid

  • Using informal names or initials for grantor or grantee can lead to recording rejection or create ambiguities that complicate title searches and transfers.
  • Providing an incomplete or inaccurate legal description — for example, using only a street address — commonly causes county recorders to refuse the deed for recording.
  • Failing to notarize correctly or omitting the notary seal, commission number, or county can result in rejection and require re-execution.
  • Assuming a quitclaim provides title warranties; buyers relying on quitclaims without title insurance face unresolved liens or defects.

Use cases: how Quitclaim Deeds are applied in practice

Real-world examples showing how Quitclaim Deeds resolve simple title transfers, family gifting, and trust funding.

Family Transfer

A parent transferred a cottage to adult children using a Quitclaim Deed to avoid sale formalities and minimize transfer time.

  • No title warranty is given.
  • The family accepted the limited protection, obtained a title search, and recorded the deed at the county recorder. They later purchased title insurance to protect against any latent defects discovered after transfer.

Divorce Settlement

As part of a divorce, one spouse quitclaimed their interest in the marital home to the other to reflect settlement terms without a sale.

  • Used to effectuate property division.
  • The receiving spouse recorded the deed and refinanced the mortgage alone; attorneys recommended a subsequent title search, title insurance, and escrow holdback to address promptly any outstanding liens or claims.

Best practices to reduce recording friction and title risk

Practical tips to reduce errors, streamline recording, and preserve clear property title when using a Quitclaim Deed.

Verify legal names and capacity
Confirm the grantor and grantee names exactly match government IDs and recorded entity names; include trustee or executor titles where applicable. Mismatches are the most common cause of recorder rejection and can delay or invalidate the transfer.
Use exact legal property description
Copy the property's legal description verbatim from the prior recorded deed or assessor's parcel record. Street addresses are insufficient in many counties and may result in recorder refusal or ambiguous title records that complicate future sales.
Confirm notary and witness rules
Check state and county notary rules, required witness counts, and whether Remote Online Notarization (RON) is permitted. Ensure the notary completes the acknowledgment with commission expiration to avoid recording rejection.
Record promptly and retain certified copies
Submit the deed for recording soon after notarization to preserve priority, pay required fees, obtain a certified recorded copy, and update tax and title records. Retain both digital and physical copies for the statutory retention period.

eSignature vendor pricing and capability comparison for signing and delivering Quitclaim Deeds

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Frequently asked questions about Quitclaim Deeds

Answers to common questions about preparing, signing, notarizing, and recording a Quitclaim Deed in the United States.


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