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QUITCLAIM DEED

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

Name:

Firm/Company:

Address:

Address 2:

City, State, Zip:

Phone:

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

QUITCLAIM DEED

(Two Individuals to Corporation)

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, and Two Individuals, hereinafter referred to as "Grantors", do hereby sell, remise, release, and quitclaim unto a Corporation organized under the laws of the State of , hereinafter "Grantee", the following lands and property, together with all improvements located thereon, lying in the County of , State of North Dakota, to-wit:

Describe Property of State "SEE DESCRIPTION ATTACHED"

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

CERTIFICATE: We certify that the full consideration paid for the property described in this Quitclaim Deed is $ .

Signed:

Date:

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

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 assigns forever, with all appurtenances thereunto belonging.

WITNESS Grantor(s) hand(s) this the day of 20

Grantor

{Type Name}

Grantor

{Type Name}

STATE OF

COUNTY OF

On this day of in the year , before me personally appeared known to me (or proved to me on the oath of ) to be the person who is described in and who executed the within and foregoing instrument, and acknowledged to me that executed the same.

(Seal)

Notary Public

Printed Name:

Commission Expires:

Grantor(s) Name, Address, phone:

Grantee(s) 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 ownership interest the grantor holds in real property to a grantee, without warranties or guarantees about title. It conveys only the grantor's present interest, if any, and is commonly used for intra-family transfers, divorces, clearing clouds on title, and simple ownership adjustments. Execution typically requires the grantor's signature and a notary acknowledgement, and the deed must be recorded with the county recorder to affect public title records and notice to third parties.

When a Quitclaim Deed makes practical sense

Use a Quitclaim Deed when speed and simplicity matter and parties accept the lack of title warranties. It’s efficient for transfers among family members, splitting interests after divorce, or correcting name or vesting errors where parties trust each other and title insurance is not required.

When a Quitclaim Deed makes practical sense

Who commonly completes a Quitclaim Deed

Typical users include individuals and professionals handling simple ownership transfers or title clarifications.

  • Homeowners and family members transferring property between relatives or into/out of trusts.
  • Divorcing spouses adjusting ownership as part of property division or settlement agreements.
  • Estate administrators and heirs clearing title issues after probate or inheritance transfers.

Step-by-step: completing a Quitclaim Deed

Follow these core steps to prepare a valid Quitclaim Deed and preserve priority in public records.

  • 01
    Prepare deed: Obtain a deed form for the correct state and county.
  • 02
    Complete fields: Enter grantor, grantee, legal description, consideration, and effective date.
  • 03
    Sign & notarize: Grantor signs before a notary; include any required witnesses.
  • 04
    Record copy: File the original with the county recorder to give public notice.

Core parts of a professional Quitclaim Deed

A complete Quitclaim Deed contains specific elements to identify parties, property, and the nature of the transfer for recording and title purposes.

Grantor/Grantee

Full legal names and, if applicable, entity details. Clear identity is required to link the deed to existing records and to establish chain of title for future transactions.

Legal Description

Precise deed description copied from prior recorded instrument or plat. This description, not the street address, defines the property boundaries and is required for recorder acceptance.

Consideration Clause

A short recital of what the grantee provided. Recording offices may use this to calculate transfer taxes; truthful entries avoid processing delays.

No-Warranty Language

Explicit quitclaim phrasing that the grantor conveys whatever interest they hold without warranties or covenants, distinguishing it from a warranty deed.

Notary Acknowledgement

State-specific notary block signed by a notary public; most recorders require this acknowledgement to accept the deed for recording.

Recording Block

Area reserved for county recorder use: recording date, document number, and fees. Do not alter this block before submission.

Security, compliance, and record integrity notes

Encryption: AES-256 at rest; TLS 1.2/1.3 in transit
Audit Trail: Timestamped signing history and IP logs
ESIGN / UETA: Compliant with federal and state e-signature law
HIPAA Availability: BAA available for protected health information
21 CFR / FDA: Supports 21 CFR Part 11 controls where required
Accessibility: WCAG 2.0 Level AA compliance

Key risks if a Quitclaim Deed is prepared or recorded incorrectly

Title Uncertainty: May not clear defects
Mortgage Liability: Deed does not remove existing mortgage lien
Recording Rejection: Incomplete form can be rejected by recorder
Tax Implications: Transfer tax or reassessment may apply
Fraud Exposure: Forgery risks if signatures not properly witnessed
Bad Metadata: Wrong property description impacts future conveyances

Common mistakes to avoid when preparing a Quitclaim Deed

  • Using a street address instead of a full legal description, which can cause the county recorder to reject the document or create ambiguous records.
  • Leaving grantor or grantee names inconsistent with prior records or identification documents, creating problems for title searches and insurer acceptance.
  • Skipping notarization or required witnesses for the jurisdiction, which generally prevents recording and defeats the purpose of public notice.
  • Failing to record promptly after execution, allowing subsequent transfers to obtain priority and leaving title disputes unresolved.

How the Quitclaim Deed moves from form to recorded record

A practical flow: prepare the deed, obtain notarization, record at the county, and distribute copies to interested parties.

  • Prepare Deed: Complete all fields and attach exhibits if needed.
  • Notarize: Grantor signs before a notary; include witnesses if state requires.
  • Record County: Submit original to county recorder with required fee.
  • Distribute Copies: Provide recorded copy to grantee, grantor, and lender if applicable.

Digital workflow settings for preparing and sending a Quitclaim Deed

Configure fields and authentication before sending to ensure valid signing and smooth recording.

Field Configuration
Signature Field Require notarized signature; signer must sign in presence of notary
Date Field Set MM/DD/YYYY format and require manual entry
Notary Block Include state-specific acknowledgement block for recorder acceptance
Recording Prep Attach cover sheet and include correct recording fee

Digital signing and e-submission considerations

Electronic workflows can speed execution but must meet notarization and recorder requirements.

  • File Formats: PDF/A or PDF for recorder compatibility
  • Authentication: Email, SMS, or stronger KBA as needed
  • Integrations: Connectors for cloud storage and ERP

eSignature platform pricing and feature snapshot for Quitclaim Deed workflows

Compare common vendor features and starting prices for signing and routing deeds; signNow appears first for parity with common procurement comparisons.

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 No No Yes, limited Yes, limited
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 by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan

Timing considerations and common deadlines when executing a Quitclaim Deed

Some timing rules are statutory or local practice; acting promptly preserves priority and avoids avoidable costs.

Recording Promptly:

Record as soon as possible to protect priority against subsequent transfers.

Transfer Taxes:

Pay or report local transfer taxes at recording if required by county or state.

Lender Notification:

Notify mortgage lender if deed affects mortgaged property; lender may require approval.

Title Insurance:

Order title update after recording to reflect the new ownership on insurer records.

Retain Originals:

Keep signed originals and recorded copies for the retention period noted earlier.

Frequently asked questions about Quitclaim Deeds

Answers to common execution, validity, recording, and e-signature questions for Quitclaim Deeds.


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