Everything You Need to Know About Quitclaim Deed Form

What is a Quitclaim Deed Form?
A Quitclaim Deed is a simple legal form that transfers any ownership rights the Grantor has in a property to the Grantee. It does not provide a guarantee of clear title, meaning the Grantor only transfers the interest they may legally hold at the time.

Who Should Use a Quitclaim Deed Form?
You may need this form if:

• You are transferring property between family members (e.g., parent to child, siblings).
• You are adding or removing a spouse’s name after marriage or divorce.
• You want to clear up title issues, such as correcting a misspelled name.
• You are transferring property into a trust or business entity.

When to File a Quitclaim Deed?

• Whenever ownership or interest in property is being transferred without warranties.
• Typically filed with the local County Recorder’s Office in the jurisdiction where the property is located.
• There is no federal deadline, but it should be filed promptly to be legally valid.

Key Information Required

• Full legal names of Grantor(s) and Grantee(s).
• Consideration (if any) being paid for the property.
• Full property legal description (not just the address).
• Tax Parcel Number(s).
• Signatures of all Grantors (must be notarized).
• Notary acknowledgment and stamp.

Why is a Quitclaim Deed Important?

• Provides a fast and inexpensive way to transfer property.
• Useful for family, divorce, and trust arrangements.
• Helps correct or clarify property ownership records.
• Avoids the complexity of warranty deeds where no warranty is needed.

How to File a Quitclaim Deed

1. Complete the form with Zendocs.
2. Sign in front of a licensed Notary Public.
3. Submit the deed to the County Recorder’s Office where the property is located.
4. Pay any applicable recording fees.
5. Keep a certified copy for your records.

Processing Time

• Filing is typically processed within a few days to weeks depending on the county.
• Recording fees vary by state and county.