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South Carolina Deed Forms Quit Claim Warranty

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SOUTH CAROLINA WARRANTY DEED
{Individual to Limited Liability Company}

Control Number:

Recording Requested By:

When Recorded Mail To:

SOUTH CAROLINA GENERAL WARRANTY DEED

County:

Tax Map Number:

City:

Date:

Grantor

Grantee

Know all men by these presents, that Grantor, for and in consideration of the sum of and /100 Dollars ($) paid by Grantee to Grantor, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, has granted, bargained, sold and released, and by these presents does grant, bargain, sell and release unto Grantee, the real estate (the “Premises”) described as follows:

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

Legal Description:

A plat of the subject property is recorded in Plat Book at Page .

This being the same property conveyed to Grantor by Deed of , dated and recorded in the Office of the for County in Deed Book at Page .

TOGETHER with all and singular, the rights, members, hereditaments and appurtenances to the Premises belonging or in any way incident or appertaining, including, but not limited to, all improvements of any nature located on the Premises and all easements and rights-of-way appurtenant to the Premises.

TO HAVE AND TO HOLD, all and singular, the Premises unto Grantee and Grantee’s successors and assigns forever.

And, SUBJECT TO the matters set forth above, Grantor does hereby bind Grantor and Grantor’s heirs, successors and assigns, executors, administrators and other lawful representatives, to warrant and forever defend all and singular the Premises unto Grantee and Grantee’s heirs, successors and assigns against Grantor and Grantor’s successors and against every person whomsoever lawfully claiming, or to claim, the same or any part thereof.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Grantor has signed and delivered this Deed on this the day of , .

SIGNED, SEALED AND DELIVERED
IN THE PRESENCE OF:

Witness No. 1

Witness No. 2

Signature of Grantor

Type/Print Name

STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA

COUNTY OF

I, a Notary Public for South Carolina, do hereby certify that , Grantor, personally appeared before me this day and acknowledged the due execution of the foregoing instrument.

Witness my hand and official seal this the day of , .

My Commission Expires:

Notary Public for South Carolina

WAIVER OF RIGHTS AND INTERESTS

I, , of , , spouse of , in consideration of the above sum and other good and valuable consideration received, do hereby waive and release to Grantee(s) all rights title and interest, if any, in and to the above property.

WITNESS my hand this the day of , .

Signature of Grantor’s Spouse

Print or Type Name

STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA

COUNTY OF

I, a Notary Public for South Carolina, do hereby certify that , personally appeared before me this day and acknowledged the due execution of the foregoing WAIVER OF RIGHTS AND INTERESTS.

Witness my hand and official seal this the day of , .

My Commission Expires:

Notary Public for South Carolina

AFFIDAVIT

STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA

COUNTY OF

Personally appeared before me the undersigned, who being duly sworn, deposes and says:

1. I have read the information on this Affidavit and I understand such information.

2. The property is being transferred is located at bearing County Tax Map Number , was transferred by to on

3. Check one of the following: THE DEED IS

Subject to the deed recording fee as a transfer for consideration paid or to be paid in money or money’s worth.

Subject to the deed recording fee as a transfer between a corporation, a partnership, or other entity and stockholder, partner, or owner of the entity or is a transfer to a trust or as distribution to a trust beneficiary.

Exempt from the deed recording fee because (See information section of Affidavit):

If exempt, please skip items 4 - 7, and go to item 8 of this affidavit.

If exempt under exemption #14 as described in the Information section of this affidavit, did the agent and principal relationship exist at the time of the original sale and was the purpose of this relationship to purchase the realty? Yes No

4. Check one of the following if either item 3(a) or item 3(b) above has been checked (See Information section of this affidavit.):

a. The fee is computed on the consideration paid or to be paid in money or money’s worth in the amount of $

b. The fee is computed on the fair market value of the realty which is

c. The fee is computed on the fair market value of the realty as established for property tax purposes which is

5. Check YES or NO to the following: A lien or encumbrance existed on the land, tenement, or realty before the transfer and remained on the land, tenement, or realty after the transfer. If “YES”, the amount of the outstanding balance of this lien or encumbrance is $.

6. The DEED Recording Fee is computed as follows:

(a) Place the amount listed in item 4 above here:

(b) Place the amount listed in item 5 above here: *

(c) Subtract Line 6(b) from Line 6(a) and place the result here:

7. The deed recording fee due is based on the amount listed in Line 6(c) above and the deed recording fee due is:

8. As required by Code Section 12-24-70, I state that I am a responsible person who was connected with the transaction as:

I understand that a person required to furnish this Affidavit who willfully furnishes a false or fraudulent affidavit is guilty of a misdemeanor and, upon conviction, must be fined not more than one thousand dollars or imprisoned not more than one year, or both.

Responsible Person Connected with the Transaction

Print or Type Name Here

Sworn to before me this day of , .

Notary Public for

My commission expires

PROBATE

State of South Carolina )

) Probate

County of )

Personally appeared before me the undersigned witness, who on oath deposes and says that s/he saw the within named Grantor by their act and deed sign and seal the within deed and deliver the same, and s/he, with the other subscribing witness, witnessed the execution thereof.

Witness

Sworn to before me this day of , .

Notary Public for

My Commission expires:

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What the South Carolina Deed Forms Quit Claim Warranty is

A South Carolina Deed Forms Quit Claim Warranty is a real property conveyance document used to transfer an owner's interest in real estate with limited title assurances. It typically combines language of a quitclaim deed, which conveys whatever interest the grantor has without guaranty of title, with a limited warranty component addressing specific title periods or defects. In South Carolina the deed must be acknowledged before a notary and, for many deeds, executed with two witnesses; recording with the county register of deeds completes public notice and effect.

Why this combined quitclaim-warranty form matters

The South Carolina Deed Forms Quit Claim Warranty simplifies transfers where the grantor limits liability while providing targeted assurances about specific title matters. It helps buyers and sellers document intent, narrows post-closing exposure, and creates a record suitable for recording at the county level while meeting state authentication norms.

Why this combined quitclaim-warranty form matters

Who commonly prepares and signs this deed

Use this form when a concise transfer and limited warranty fit the parties' risk allocation and when county recording and proper notarization can be completed.

  • Individual grantors transferring interest without a full warranty
  • Buyers accepting title subject to known exceptions
  • Attorneys and title examiners preparing targeted title language

Step-by-step: completing a Quit Claim Warranty deed

Follow these sequential steps to prepare, execute, and record the South Carolina Quit Claim Warranty deed correctly.

  • 01
    Draft: Populate names, legal description, consideration, and limited warranty language.
  • 02
    Review: Have title examiner or attorney confirm legal description and encumbrance references.
  • 03
    Execute: Grantor signs before a notary with required witnesses present.
  • 04
    Record: Submit deed to county register of deeds with recording fee and required copies.

How execution and recording typically flow

This overview shows the common handoff from preparation to public recording and delivery of copies.

  • Prepare: Create a final signed PDF or paper deed ready for acknowledgement and witness signatures.
  • Notarize: Notary completes acknowledgement; include all witness signatures as required by state law.
  • Record: County recorder accepts deed, stamps it, and returns a recorded copy to the submitter.
  • Deliver: Provide recorded copies to grantee, title company, and tax assessor for updates.

Suggested digital workflow settings

Configure your electronic workflow to mirror the physical closing steps so signatures, notarization, and recording are captured in order.

Field Setting
Upload Document Accept PDF and DOCX formats
Add Signers Assign roles: grantor, grantee, notary
Signer Auth Email verification and optional SMS codes
Notarization Plan for in-person notary or verify RON eligibility

Technical considerations for e-execution and notarization

Verify platform compliance (ESIGN/UETA) and plan workflow so the notary acknowledgement and witness signatures are preserved for recording.

  • File formats: PDF and DOCX are supported by most county recorders.
  • Integrations: Look for Salesforce, NetSuite, Google Workspace compatibility.
  • Authentication: Email plus SMS or stronger KBA for higher-assurance signings.

Timing to expect during closing and recording

Recordation and tax updates follow different schedules; plan for local processing times and recording backlog.

Execution Date:

Date on deed determines transfer effective date for most parties.

Recording Submission:

Same-day or within days depending on county workload.

Recorded Return:

County often returns stamped copy in 1–4 weeks.

Tax Assessor Update:

Tax roll updates occur at varying intervals post-recording.

Title Insurance:

Title company typically issues updated commitment within days to weeks.

Key milestones from draft to recorded deed

Numbered milestones show the usual order of completion from document draft through final recording.

01

Draft Finalized

Confirm legal description and warranty scope before execution.

02

Signatures Obtained

Grantor signs in front of notary and witnesses.

03

Notary Acknowledged

Notary completes certificate and records journal entry.

04

Recorded at County

Submit with fee; county stamps and returns copy.

Core elements to include in a professional Quit Claim Warranty deed

A well-drafted document balances clear conveyance language with the limited warranty text and preserves evidence required for recording and later title review.

Parties

Full legal names and entity types for grantor and grantee, including any trust or LLC identifiers and signer capacity (e.g., manager, trustee).

Legal Description

Precise metes and bounds or lot and block description copied verbatim from the prior deed or title commitment to ensure proper identification for the recorder.

Consideration

Exact stated consideration or recital of nominal consideration when appropriate; this affects transfer tax and recording indexing.

Quitclaim Language

Clear phrase conveying 'all interest' without broad warranty; avoid ambiguous terms that unintentionally expand liability.

Limited Warranty Clause

Narrowly defined warranty period or scope (for example, against grantor acts only), with explicit exceptions and survival terms.

Acknowledgement

Notary block and witness signature lines meeting South Carolina execution formalities required for recording.

Essential data and recordkeeping points

Document Type: Quit Claim Warranty
Execution Date: MM/DD/YYYY
Grantor Name: Full legal name
Grantee Name: Full legal name
Legal Description: Recorded description
Notary Details: Jurisdiction and stamp

Common pitfalls to avoid when preparing the deed

  • Using an inaccurate legal description results in recording rejection or incorrect property indexing, creating costly remediation steps.
  • Failing to obtain required witness signatures or notary acknowledgement can render the deed invalid for recording in South Carolina.
  • Ambiguous warranty language can inadvertently expand grantor liability, so limit warranty text to specific, negotiated scope.
  • Submitting unsigned or unacknowledged copies for recording will be refused; always supply original signed and notarized documents.

Potential legal and financial risks of errors

Recording Rejection: Delays title transfer
Title Defect Exposure: Buyer may face unresolved liens
Tax Assessment Errors: Incorrect owner on tax roll
Remedial Costs: Corrective deeds and attorney fees
Notary Noncompliance: Voidable acknowledgements
Dispute Litigation: Potential quiet-title actions

Real-world scenarios where the Quit Claim Warranty fits

These short scenarios show common situations that favor a limited warranty combined with a quitclaim conveyance.

Family Transfer

A parent transfers property to a child to simplify estate administration and avoid probate

  • Transfer is nominal consideration to reflect intent
  • The limited warranty addresses only defects arising from the parent's period of ownership while preserving existing easements and liens for the grantee to accept.

Partition Settlement

Co-owners resolve interest boundaries and one party conveys their share to another

  • The conveying owner limits warranty to acts during their ownership
  • The buyer accepts recorded encumbrances and obtains title insurance rather than a full seller warranty.

Practical tips for accurate and efficient completion

Adopt these practices to reduce risk and avoid recording delays when using a Quit Claim Warranty deed in South Carolina.

Verify names and capacity
Confirm grantor/grantee names and the signer’s authority (e.g., corporate resolution, trustee certification) before execution to prevent later challenges.
Use exact legal descriptions
Obtain the legal description from the current deed or title commitment; do not rely solely on street addresses when recording.
Coordinate witnesses and notary
Schedule closing so required witnesses and a notary are present in one session to ensure valid acknowledgement and efficient recording.
Keep recorded copies
Retain and distribute stamped recorded deeds to grantees, title insurers, and tax assessors to complete the chain of notice.

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Frequently asked questions and concise answers

Answers below cover execution, notarization, recording, and electronic signing concerns specific to South Carolina deed practice.


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