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STATE OF WASHINGTON
WARRANTY DEED
[Limited Partnership to Limited Partnership]

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WARRANTY DEED

(Limited Partnership to Limited Partnership)

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, , a Limited Partnership organized and existing under the laws of the State of , hereinafter called the "Grantor", does hereby grant, convey and warrant unto , a Limited Partnership organized and existing under the laws of the State of , hereinafter called the “Grantee”, the following lands and property, together with all improvements located thereon, lying in the County of , State of Washington, to-wit:

Describe Property of State "SEE DESCRIPTION ATTACHED"

Assessor’s Property Tax Parcel/Account Number:

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

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 Grantees’ successors and assigns forever, with all appurtenances thereunto belonging.

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

GRANTOR does for Grantor and Grantor’s successors and assigns forever hereby covenant with GRANTEE that Grantor is lawfully seized in fee simple of said premises; that the premises are free from all encumbrances, unless otherwise noted above; that Grantor has a good right to sell and convey the same as aforesaid; and to forever warrant and defend the title to the said lands against all claims whatever.

WITNESS Grantors’ hand this the day of , 20 .

A Limited Partnership

By:

General Partner

Print or Type Name

State of Washington

County of

BEFORE ME, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for said County and State, on this day personally appeared , known to me to be general partner(s) of , the limited partnership that executed the foregoing instrument, and known to me to be the person(s) who executed the foregoing instrument on behalf of said limited partnership, and he/she/they acknowledged to me that said limited partnership executed the same for the purposes and consideration therein expressed.

Given under my hand and seal of office this day of , 20 .

Notary Public

Type or Print Name

Grantor’s Name, Address, phone:

Grantee’s Name, Address, phone:

SEND TAX STATEMENTS TO GRANTEE

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What a Washington Warranty Deed Is and when it’s used

A Washington Warranty Deed is a written legal instrument used to transfer real property ownership in the State of Washington. It conveys title from a grantor to a grantee and includes covenants that the grantor holds clear title and will defend the grantee against lawful claims. The deed is typically acknowledged before a notary and recorded in the county recorder’s office to provide public notice. Recording protects the grantee’s priority against subsequent purchasers and establishes an official chain of title for the property.

Why a properly drafted Warranty Deed matters

A warranty deed gives the buyer the broadest protection of title by promising the grantor will defend against valid title claims. For sellers, it provides a clear mechanism to transfer full ownership and avoid future disputes.

Why a properly drafted Warranty Deed matters

Who commonly prepares and signs a Washington Warranty Deed

Having the right combination of title review, notarization, and timely recording reduces risk and protects both parties' interests.

  • Title companies — handle drafting, title search, and recording coordination for closings.
  • Real estate attorneys — review legal descriptions, resolve title exceptions, and draft corrective deeds when needed.
  • Individual sellers/buyers — execute signature and acknowledgment lines in presence of a notary or authorized representative.

Core components you’ll find in a professional Washington Warranty Deed

A complete warranty deed follows local recording conventions and uses precise language and exhibits to avoid ambiguity.

Grantor and Grantee

Full legal names and entity forms for both parties, matching government ID or formation documents to avoid name-mismatch issues.

Legal Description

Precise metes-and-bounds or recorded plat reference that uniquely identifies the property parcel to be conveyed.

Consideration

Statement of consideration (dollar amount or nominal phrase) that documents the basis for transfer and satisfies recording requirements.

Warranty Language

Express covenants of title (seisin, right to convey, freedom from encumbrances, and covenant to defend) tailored to Washington practice.

Acknowledgment

A notary acknowledgment block signed by grantor before a notary public or other authorized official for recording.

Exhibits & Restrictions

Attached exhibits such as plats, legal descriptions, or deed restrictions and recording reference numbers for clarity.

Required information and standard fields at a glance

Grantor Name: Exact legal name
Grantee Name: Exact legal name
Property Description: Full legal description
Consideration: Amount or statement
Notary Acknowledgment: Notary signature/date
Recording Block: County recorder space

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

Follow these sequential steps to prepare, sign, notarize, and record a warranty deed with minimal risk.

  • 01
    Obtain title info: Run or request a title search and review liens or exceptions.
  • 02
    Draft deed: Prepare deed with accurate legal description and warranty covenants.
  • 03
    Execute before notary: Grantor signs with notary present; follow ID and acknowledgment rules.
  • 04
    Record deed: Submit deed to county recorder and retain stamped copy.

Timelines, recording expectations, and common scheduling targets

Timing impacts priority, tax reporting, and title insurance—plan the sequence around closing and recording windows.

Recording timing:

Record as soon as practicable after closing to protect priority.

County processing:

Processing varies by county; expect days to several weeks.

Tax/assessment updates:

Assessor updates may appear on next tax cycle after recording.

Title insurance effective date:

Coverage typically effective upon recording or at closing as stated.

Document retention:

Keep originals and recorded copies indefinitely for title history.

Common mistakes to avoid when preparing a warranty deed

  • Using an imprecise legal description that creates ambiguity in the parcel identity.
  • Mismatched names between grantor/grantee and government or formation records causing recording rejection.
  • Failing to obtain a proper notary acknowledgment that meets county recording requirements.
  • Neglecting to clear liens or exceptions discovered in a title search before closing.

Key risks and potential consequences of errors

Clouded title: Subsequent disputes
Recording rejection: Delays and extra fees
Invalid conveyance: Loss of protection
Tax misallocation: Assessment or billing errors
Fraud exposure: Potential litigation
Corrective actions: Costly reformation or corrective deed

Digital signing and eSubmission considerations for deeds

Verify with the county recorder whether e-recording and remote online notarization are accepted and follow the required identity and recording protocols.

  • File formats: PDF or PDF/A recommended
  • Integrations: Common with title and storage systems
  • Notary constraints: In-person or RON rules may apply

How to configure an online workflow for a warranty deed

Set up fields and authentication to mirror the in-person closing and ensure admissible acknowledgments.

Field Configuration
Signature Field Require signer signature and date
Notary Block Include statutory acknowledgment template
Authentication Use two-factor or ID proofing for grantor
Document Format Upload as flattened PDF for recording

How real users handle deed workflows in practice

These real-world examples show common approaches to online execution and recording with attention to compliance and speed.

Tim Martin — Martin Properties

Our team processes deeds online to close faster and reduce travel.

  • Uses remote notarization when accepted by the county.
  • With standardized templates and secure signing, we reduce turnaround time while maintaining recorded proof and audit trails for future title needs.

Brian Fitzgibbons — Optica Ventures LLC

We require exact legal names and recorded legal descriptions before closing.

  • Title company confirms prior to signing.
  • This discipline prevents recording rejections, minimizes corrective deeds, and preserves clean title history for subsequent transactions.

Frequently asked questions about Washington Warranty Deeds

Answers to common questions about validity, notarization, recording, and electronic execution of warranty deeds in Washington.


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