General Warranty Deed Form

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A general warranty deed form is a legal document that outlines the details of a real estate transaction. This warranty deed form will have space to add the parties and the property being transferred. The signed deed transfers the ownership of a property from a seller (called a grantor) to a buyer (called a grantee). Update this general warranty deed template to your case and download a complete PDF document in minutes.
GENERAL WARRANTY DEED

This General Warranty Deed (the "Deed") is entered into on   (the "Effective Date") by and between

 , an individual having their usual place of living at   (the "Grantor"), and

 , an individual having their usual place of living at   (the "Grantee"), collectively referred to as the "Parties" and individually as the "Party".

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY.  , located at  , legally described as  , a parcel number   (the "Property").

CONSIDERATION. The Grantee shall pay the Grantor   for the Property.

The Grantor hereby conveys, grants, and transfers to the Grantee all the Grantor's rights, titles, and interests in and to the Property. However, the Grantor and the Grantor's heirs, successors, and assigns reserve an interest in and to  % of   and other minerals in, on, and under the Property, along with the right of ingress and egress to and from the Property to explore, drill, mine, and operate the same. The Grantor warrants that the Property is free and clear of any liens and encumbrances, except for the reservation of mineral rights outlined in this conveyance. The Grantee acknowledges the reservation of mineral rights by the Grantor and agrees that the reservation shall not be deemed a breach of any warranties made by the Grantor in this conveyance.

GENERAL WARRANTY. The Grantor represents and warrants to the Grantee that:

  • The Grantor is the legal owner of the Property, possessing the legal authority to transfer its title;
  • The Property is free and clear of any liens, encumbrances, and claims, except as otherwise provided herein;
  • The Grantor shall warrant and defend the title to the Property against any claims from third parties, subject only to the exceptions and limitations set forth herein;
  • The Grantor has taken no actions that would compromise or diminish the quality of the Property title.

SPOUSAL CONSENT OF THE GRANTOR. The spouse of the Grantor,  , hereby consents to this conveyance of the Property from the Grantor to the Grantee. The spouse acknowledges being fully informed of the transaction and voluntarily consents to the transfer of the Grantor's interest in the Property.

 

___________________
(Place for signature)
 


EXCEPTIONS.
This Deed is subject to any rights, reservations, restrictions, covenants, conditions, and easements of record, if any, including  .

GOVERNING LAW AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION. This Deed shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of  , except for its conflict of laws principles. Any disputes relating to this Deed or the breach of this Deed that cannot be resolved by negotiations between the Parties shall be brought exclusively in the courts of the State of  

FEES AND CHARGES. All fees related to the registration of this Deed shall be covered by the Grantor.

This Deed is subject to any easements, restrictions, covenants, conditions of record, and any rights of parties in possession. This Deed shall be binding upon the Grantor(s) and their heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns. It shall inure to the benefit of the Grantee(s) and their heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns. This Deed is executed voluntarily, without any influence.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Deed as of the Effective Date.

THE GRANTOR

Name:  
Signature: ______________________

 

THE GRANTOR'S SPOUSE

Name:  
Signature: ______________________

 

THE GRANTEE

Name:  

Signature: ______________________

WITNESS ACKNOWLEDGMENT

We, the undersigned, certify and affirm that the Grantor known to us to be the person whose name is subscribed to the foregoing instrument and acknowledge that the Grantor executed the same for the purposes therein contained.

WITNESS 1
Name:  
Signature: ___________________
Date:  


WITNESS 2
Name:  
Signature: ___________________
Date:  

NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGMENT

 

State of  

 

Sworn to and subscribed before me on  

 

Acting in the county of  

 

_______________________________

Notary public's name and seal

Written by Karyna Pukaniuk - Reviewed by Kateryna Adkham

Template Types

Special Warranty Deed
This deed allows the seller to convey the property with limited assurance.

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Understanding what a general warranty deed form is can be crucial in real estate transactions because it offers the buyer the highest level of protection. Moreover, this sample warranty deed includes assurances about the property's history, covering not just the current owner's period but also any potential claims from previous owners. 

What Is a General Warranty Deed?

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The warranty deed form ensures the property being transferred from the seller (grantor) to the buyer (grantee) is free from any debts, liens, or other issues. Included in a general warranty deed is a detailed history of the property, outlining previous ownership and any significant changes.

By using the general warranty deed templates, the seller commits to transferring full and undisputed ownership of the property, giving you confidence and legal protection in your real estate transaction.

How To Use a Warranty Deed

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A general warranty deed form is an essential document in real estate transactions that ensures there are no hidden issues with the property that could lead to legal problems concerning debts or title rights. This deed provides the buyer with full protection, making it crucial for anyone investing in property.

Both the buyer and seller must accurately complete the warranty deed template, have it signed by the required parties after notarization, and then file it with the county office.

Here are the situations when you can use a free warranty deed form:

  • Purchasing a home
    When you’re buying a home, using a general warranty deed sample is a smart move to make sure the title is clear and free of any hidden ownership issues.

  • Buying commercial property
    If you’re buying a commercial property, it’s key to protect your investment by ensuring the seller has a clear title.

  • Transferring property ownership
    General warranty deeds help ensure everything is secure and clear when transferring property between parties who aren’t familiar with each other.

  • Refinancing or changing ownership
    If refinancing a property or adjusting ownership details, this deed can be used to clarify and secure the updated ownership status.

  • Inheritance transfers
    To legally pass property to heirs without disputes, a general warranty deed example deed helps confirm clear ownership and title.

By general warranty deed downloading in these situations, you can confidently complete property transactions with full protection against potential title issues.

How To Craft the General Warranty Deed Form on Loio

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Creating a document using the Loio printable warranty deed involves a few steps:

  • Choose the template
    Go to the Loio platform and select the general warranty deed sample to begin the process.
  • Fill out the form
    Provide all required information in the blank warranty deed, and the template will automatically populate with your answers.
  • Verify the document
    Carefully review the generated document to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Store the document
    The warranty deed form PDF format template will be saved to your Loio account, allowing you to access and modify it as needed.
  • Digitally sign the document
    Use Loio's Sign feature to add electronic signatures to the document, making it a legally binding agreement.

How To Record Your General Warranty Deed

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You need to submit the deed to the local county office. This usually happens after both the seller and buyer have signed and completed the deed. Filing the deed makes the ownership change public and updates the official records to show the new owner's name.