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QUITCLAIM DEED

This document prepared by (and after recording return to):

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

QUITCLAIM DEED

(Individual to Individual)

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, , an Individual, married unmarried, hereinafter referred to as “Grantor”, does hereby remise, release, and quitclaim unto , an Individual, married unmarried, hereinafter “Grantee”, the following lands and property, together with all improvements located thereon, lying in the County of , State of New York, 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, New York.

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 all easements, rights-of-way, protective covenants and mineral reservations of record, if any.

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

Grantor, in compliance with Section 13 of the Lien Law, covenants that the Grantor will receive the consideration for this conveyance and will hold the right to receive such consideration as a trust fund to be applied first for the purpose of paying the cost of the improvement and will apply the same first to the payment of the cost of the improvement before using any part of the total of the same for any other purpose.

WITNESS Grantor’s hand this the day of , 20 .

Grantor

{Type Name}

CERTIFICATE OF ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Use Within the State of New York

State of New York

County of

On , before me, the undersigned, personally appeared personally known to me or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual(s) whose name(s) is (are) subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument, the individual(s), or the person upon behalf of which the individual(s) acted, executed the instrument.

(signature and office of individual taking acknowledgment)

Type or Print Name

Use Outside the State of New York

State of

County of

On , before me, the undersigned, personally appeared personally known to me or proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the individual(s) whose name(s) is (are) subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument, the individual(s), or the person upon behalf of which the individual(s) acted, executed the instrument and that such individual made such appearance before the undersigned in (insert city or political subdivision and state or county or other place acknowledgment taken )

(signature and office of individual taking acknowledgment)

Type or Print Name

Names and address of the Grantor:

Name and Address of Grantee:

Exhibit A

EXHIBIT A

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What a Quitclaim Deed Is and how it works

A Quitclaim Deed is a legal instrument used to transfer whatever interest a grantor has in a property to a grantee without warranties or guarantees about title quality. It conveys only the grantor’s existing interest, if any, and does not promise that the title is free of liens, defects, or competing claims. Quitclaim deeds are commonly used for transfers between family members, to clear title problems, to remove an ex-spouse after a divorce, or to move property into a trust. Because it provides no title protection, buyers and lenders typically prefer warranty deeds.

When a Quitclaim Deed is the practical option

Use a Quitclaim Deed when you need a fast, inexpensive way to transfer ownership interest without making title warranties — for intra-family transfers, correcting record errors, removing a spouse, or transferring property into an estate planning vehicle.

When a Quitclaim Deed is the practical option

Common parties that use Quitclaim Deeds

Typical users range from individual homeowners to attorneys and title officers handling non-sale transfers.

  • Homeowners transferring property among family members or to a trust for estate planning
  • Divorcing parties or estate administrators making quick title adjustments
  • Attorneys and closing agents processing corrective or non-sale transfers

Choose a quitclaim only after weighing the title risk and when full title insurance or warranty coverage is unnecessary or impractical.

Who signs and why

Grantor — Property Owner

The grantor is the person or entity giving up an interest in the property. They must have the authority to transfer the interest, sign the deed in front of a notary (or follow state RON rules), and provide an accurate legal description to avoid defects in the record.

Grantee — Recipient

The grantee is the person or entity receiving the interest. The grantee should verify the legal description, consider title searches or insurance, and ensure the deed is properly recorded to protect the transferred interest.

Principal elements that belong on a professional Quitclaim Deed

A properly prepared Quitclaim Deed includes a clear grant clause, precise legal description, consideration statement, signature and notarization, and a recording block so the deed can be placed in the public record.

Granting Clause

A concise statement that the grantor quits and conveys whatever interest they hold in the described property to the grantee, using clear present-tense language.

Consideration

A short clause stating the consideration (often nominal) or reason for transfer; it documents the exchange but does not validate the quality of title.

Legal Description

A metes-and-bounds or lot-and-block description that uniquely identifies the parcel; street addresses alone are insufficient for recording.

Execution and Notary

Signature line(s) for the grantor(s) and a notary acknowledgement or jurat that meets the state’s notarial wording and authentication requirements.

Recording Block

Space for recorder use: county, document number, recording date and fees; ensures the county can index and file the deed.

Additional Clauses

Optional items such as survivorship language, tax parcel ID, or reference to a prior instrument for chain-of-title clarity.

Required factual data to include

Grantor Name: Full legal name
Grantee Name: Full legal name
Legal Description: Parcel description
Consideration: Dollar amount or nominal
Date of Execution: MM/DD/YYYY format
Notary Block: State-required wording

Step-by-step: completing a Quitclaim Deed

Follow these core steps to prepare, sign, and record a quitclaim deed correctly and limit post-closing complications.

  • 01
    Draft Deed: Populate grantor, grantee, legal description, and consideration.
  • 02
    Review Title: Run a preliminary search or ask title counsel for obvious encumbrances.
  • 03
    Sign and Notarize: Grantor signs in presence of a notary or via authorized RON process.
  • 04
    Record: File at the county recorder’s office where the property is located.

Where the completed deed goes next

After execution and notarization, the deed must be routed to the appropriate public and private recipients to complete the transfer and protect the grantee’s interest.

  • County Recorder: Primary filing location for public record and indexing.
  • Title Company: For clearing the chain of title and issuing insurance if requested.
  • Grantee Copy: Provide a recorded copy to the grantee for their records.
  • Escrow/Closing: Include when deed is part of a closing or escrow transaction.

How to configure an online completion workflow

Set up fields, authentication, and routing to match state requirements and the parties’ needs before sending the deed for signature.

Field | Configuration Signature field | Requires signer present with notary or RON authentication
Notary Field Place notary block | Include space for seal and commission data
Authentication Use SMS or ID verification | Meets stronger identity-check needs
Conditional Fields Show witness lines | Only if the state requires witnesses
Final Routing Auto-send recorded PDF | To grantor, grantee, and title company

Technical considerations for eSigning and eRecording

Ensure the chosen workflow documents audit trails and preserves an immutable copy suitable for recording and later title review.

  • File Formats: PDF/A and PDF are generally accepted for recorder uploads.
  • Integrations: Common integrations: county eRecording vendors, title systems, and cloud storage.
  • Auth Methods: Use multi-factor or RON-approved identity proofing where required.

Recording and timing considerations to keep in mind

Timely recording protects priority and notice to third parties. Counties vary in acceptance windows, fees, and eRecording availability; record as soon as practical after notarization.

Recording Timing:

Record promptly to protect priority; delays risk competing claims.

County Fees:

Recording fees and page charges vary by county and state.

Tax Reporting:

Transfer may affect property tax assessment or local transfer taxes.

Lien Priority:

Recording date determines public notice and lien priority.

eRecording Availability:

Some counties accept eRecorded deeds; others require paper.

Key milestones from draft to recorded deed

Track these milestones so the deed is executed and recorded in proper sequence and documented for title purposes.

01

Prepare Draft

Complete deed fields and confirm legal description.

02

Execute & Notarize

Grantor signs in presence of notary or via authorized RON.

03

Submit for Recording

Deliver to county recorder or eRecording vendor.

04

Document Distribution

Return recorded copies to grantee and interested parties.

Common mistakes that cause delays or legal issues

  • Using a street address instead of a precise legal description causes rejection or ambiguity in records.
  • Failing to notarize or misplacing the notary wording often prevents county acceptance or creates title defects.
  • Entering inconsistent or misspelled names for grantor or grantee may require corrective deeds or affidavits.
  • Recording in the wrong county or omitting page indexing information delays public notice and title updates.

Risks and legal consequences to be aware of

Title Exposure: No warranty
Potential Fraud: Bad actors can transfer unknown interests
Tax Effects: Transfer may trigger reassessment
Recording Failure: Unrecorded deeds lack public notice
Incorrect Description: Property boundaries unclear
Notarization Errors: Document rejection risk

Supporting documents to include with a Quitclaim Deed

Attach or reference supporting materials to speed recording and reduce follow-up requests from the recorder or title company.

Prior Deed

A copy or reference to the immediately prior recorded deed to verify chain of title and legal description.

Preliminary Title Search

A brief search report showing current encumbrances and liens so the grantee understands title issues before recording.

Property Tax Info

Parcel ID and recent tax statement to ensure accurate indexing and to note possible reassessment or transfer tax obligations.

Affidavit of Consideration

If local practice requires it, a signed statement describing the transfer consideration for transfer tax or exemption purposes.

Sample eSignature vendor comparison for Quitclaim Deed workflows

Consider price, bulk send, audit trail, HIPAA support, and envelope or session caps when selecting an eSignature provider for deed execution and related workflows.

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Real-world scenarios where a Quitclaim Deed is used

These examples illustrate common, legitimate uses of quitclaim deeds and the follow-up steps typically taken to protect parties and records.

Family Transfer Example

A parent transfers a vacation parcel to an adult child to simplify estate planning and avoid probate.

  • The transfer is between related parties with no sale price.
  • The family obtained a preliminary title search, executed a quitclaim deed with notary acknowledgement, recorded it in the county recorder’s office, and retained recorded copies for the estate file.

Divorce Property Adjustment

A divorcing spouse conveys their interest to the other spouse per settlement terms.

  • The deed documents the settlement transfer without warranty.
  • Parties executed the quitclaim before the judge’s order was finalized, then recorded the deed after final judgment to clear title and update tax and mortgage records.

Frequently asked questions about Quitclaim Deeds

Answers to common questions about validity, recording, eSigning, and correcting mistakes with Quitclaim Deeds.


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