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ARIZONA WARRANTY DEED [CONDOMINIUM] [Individual to Three Individuals]

Prepared by:

After Recording, Return to:

WARRANTY DEED
[Individual to Three Individuals]

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,

hereinafter referred to as “Grantor”, does hereby convey unto

and and as

tenants in common, hereinafter “Grantees”, the following lands and property, together with all improvements located thereon, lying in the County of , State of Arizona, to-wit:

Unit in Condominium, being a condominium created under the Arizona Condominium Act by a “Declaration of Condominium”, dated the day of , and recorded the day of , in the Office of the County Recorder for County, Arizona, as Docket at Pages through ) and by a Condominium Plan and Parcel Map therefor;

Together with all appurtenant rights, title and interests, including (without limitation):

(a) the undivided percentage interest in all Common Elements as specified for such Unit in the aforementioned Declaration;

(b) the right to use of the areas and /or facilities, if any, specified in the aforementioned Declaration, as Limited Common Elements for such Unit; and

(c) membership in the Owner's Association, (hereafter the "Owner's Association"), a as provided for in the aforementioned Declaration and in any Articles of Incorporation and/or Bylaws for such Owner's Association.

Grantees, by acceptance of this Deed, agrees and binds Grantees and all his/her heirs, representatives, successors and assigns to all the terms, provisions and conditions of the Condominium Documents and all amendments thereto.

Affidavit of Property Value:

and Exemption Code

SUBJECT TO: Current taxes, assessments, reservations in patents and all easements, rights of way, encumbrances, liens, covenants, conditions and restrictions as may appear of record.

And Grantor does warrant the title against all persons whomsoever, subject to the matters above set forth.

Executed this the day of ,

Signature

Type or Print Name

State of Arizona, County of

The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this day of , by

Notary Public

Print or Type Name

My Commission Expires:

EXHIBIT A

Grantor:

Grantees:

Legal Description:

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What a Warranty Deed is and why it matters

A Warranty Deed is a written instrument used to transfer ownership of real property from a grantor to a grantee while promising that the grantor holds clear title and has the legal right to convey the property. It typically includes covenants that the title is free from undisclosed liens and encumbrances and that the grantor will defend the grantee against valid title claims. Warranty Deeds are commonly recorded with the county recorder to give public notice and to protect the grantee's ownership rights against third parties.

Why use a Warranty Deed for property transfers

A Warranty Deed provides the strongest title assurances available from a seller by including express covenants of title and promises to defend the buyer. Recording a properly executed Warranty Deed protects the grantee's property interest from subsequent claims and aids clear chain-of-title searches during resale or financing.

Why use a Warranty Deed for property transfers

Who typically prepares and relies on Warranty Deeds

The Warranty Deed is used across transactions where a full title warranty is expected and relied upon by buyers, lenders, and title insurers.

  • Real estate agents and brokers involved in transfer of residential or commercial property.
  • Title companies and escrow agents who examine, insure, and record title transfers.
  • Lenders and mortgage servicers requiring clear title before financing or lien releases.

Parties to the transfer and their advisors should ensure the deed language, signatures, notarization, and recording meet state and county requirements before closing.

Primary signers and stakeholders

Title Officer

Title officers prepare and review Warranty Deeds to confirm legal descriptions, chain of title, and covenants are correct. They coordinate recording, liaise with escrow, and confirm lender requirements are satisfied to issue title insurance.

Private Seller

A private seller (grantor) must provide accurate personal or entity details, sign the deed in the presence of a notary (and witnesses if required), and disclose known encumbrances so the grantee receives clear title.

Core parts of a professional Warranty Deed

A complete Warranty Deed contains standard legal sections that identify parties, describe the property, record consideration, and state the seller's covenants of title.

Grantor/Grantee

Full legal names and, where applicable, entity type and authority to sign; accuracy prevents later identity disputes and recording rejections.

Legal Description

Metes-and-bounds or recorded lot/block text that uniquely identifies the property; a street address alone is insufficient for recording and title searches.

Consideration

The monetary amount or other consideration exchanged; state statutes sometimes require consideration recited to validate the conveyance.

Habendum Clause

Language describing estate conveyed (for example fee simple) and any limitations or easements that survive conveyance.

Covenants

Standard promises such as covenant of seisin, covenant against encumbrances, and covenant of quiet enjoyment typically found in Warranty Deeds.

Acknowledgment

Notary or notarial language with signature block and date; many recorders require an acknowledgement formatted to state law.

Step-by-step: preparing and executing a Warranty Deed

Follow this ordered checklist from drafting through recording to reduce errors and ensure the transfer is effective on public record.

  • 01
    Draft the deed: Prepare the deed with full names, legal description, and covenants.
  • 02
    Confirm authority: Verify signers' authority if an entity is grantor or grantee.
  • 03
    Sign before notary: Sign in the notary's presence and gather any witness signatures required by state law.
  • 04
    Record with county: Submit the original deed to the county recorder and pay applicable fees for indexing.

How the deed flows from execution to public record

A Warranty Deed moves through a small set of actors and steps from signature to recorder to title insurance; each step has verifiable outputs.

  • Execution: Grantor signs before a notary and any required witnesses.
  • Delivery: Deed is delivered to grantee or escrow for recording.
  • Recording: County recorder indexes the deed and returns a stamped copy.
  • Title update: Title company updates records and issues insurance to the grantee.

Typical e-sign and recording workflow settings

When using electronic workflows, configure fields and authentication so signatures, notaries, and county requirements are all satisfied.

Field Configuration
Signature Field Require signature and date for each grantor
Signer Authentication Use email + SMS code or stronger KBA where required
Notary Field Include notarization block and audio-video recording for RON
Record Format Export final PDF/A for county recording when accepted

Technical considerations for eCompletion and eRecording

Choose platform features that align with state notary rules, county recording formats, and signer authentication needs.

  • Integrations: Salesforce, NetSuite, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace
  • File types: PDF, DOCX, PDF/A for long-term archiving
  • Security: TLS 1.2/1.3 and AES-256 at rest

Timing expectations for key steps in deed processing

Recording and downstream processes have typical time frames; county procedures and workloads create variation.

Execution Date:

Sign and notarize on the agreed effective date; mismatched dates can complicate chain-of-title

Recording Turnaround:

County recording can be immediate to several weeks depending on county backlog

Title Insurance Issuance:

Title policies are often issued within days after recording confirmation

Property Tax Update:

Assessor changes may take one tax cycle to reflect new ownership

Document Retention:

Retain recorded deed and closing package per retention timeline

Key milestones from signing through recorded title transfer

A clear milestone sequence helps stakeholders track responsibilities and know when title risk shifts.

01

Draft and Review

Prepare deed language and confirm legal description and parties

02

Execution & Notarization

Grantor signs before notary; obtain witness signatures if required

03

Recording

Submit original deed to county recorder and pay fees for indexing

04

Title Update

Title company updates records and issues insurance to grantee

Common preparation errors that delay or invalidate a deed

  • Incomplete or inaccurate legal description leads to recorder rejection or ambiguous title.
  • Mismatched grantor names versus ID or entity documents cause recording or title problems.
  • Missing notarization or incorrect acknowledgment form can result in non-acceptance by county.
  • Failing to check for prior liens or encumbrances may expose the grantee to unexpected claims.

Consequences of incorrect or unrecorded Warranty Deeds

Title Defects: Buyer may face clouded title
Recording Rejection: County may refuse to index the deed
Tax Issues: Assessor or tax notices may not update promptly
Fraud Claims: Incorrect signatures can trigger fraud allegations
Lender Delays: Financing can be withheld pending clear title
Litigation Exposure: Parties may face costly disputes and indemnity claims

Essential data fields to include on the Warranty Deed

Grantor Name: Full legal name
Grantee Name: Full legal name
Legal Description: Parcel description
Consideration: Purchase amount
Signatures: Grantor signature(s)
Notary Block: Acknowledgment language

Representative scenarios where a Warranty Deed is used

These short examples show typical contexts and the practical outcomes of using a Warranty Deed.

Residential Sale

A homeowner conveys a house to a buyer with a full covenant of title

  • Buyer secures lender financing quickly
  • The deed is recorded same week; title insurance issued to protect against prior undisclosed liens.

Commercial Conveyance

A company transfers a retail parcel to an investor with express covenants

  • Lender requires clear title and environmental disclosures
  • Attorney review addresses exceptions, deed is recorded and indexed for financing.

Practical tips to ensure a clean and recordable Warranty Deed

Use consistent practices to reduce risk and speed recorder processing.

Verify names and authority
Confirm legal names, signatory authority, and entity documents before execution to prevent later challenges or re-execution.
Use exact legal descriptions
Copy the legal description exactly from the prior recorded instrument or county tax records to avoid boundary ambiguities.
Check county rules
Confirm the county recorder’s preferred acknowledgment language, accepted file formats, and page indexing requirements ahead of submission.
Retain originals
Keep the original recorded deed and all supporting closing documents according to retention rules to support future title searches.

eSignature vendor comparison for Warranty Deed workflows

Common plan and feature differences for eSignature platforms used in property transfers. Confirm vendor plans and recorder acceptance before use.

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 Varies by vendor Varies by vendor Varies by vendor Varies by vendor
Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No
Envelope Cap No cap 100 envelopes/user/year Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan

Frequently asked questions about Warranty Deeds and eSigning

Answers to common questions about execution, recording, eSign validity, and troubleshooting signature or recording issues.


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