What is Deed?
Deeds are legal documents that transfer ownership of property. They are commonly used when buying or selling real estate. Explore state-specific templates for your needs.
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Alaska Deeds
Deeds are essential documents for property transfers. Attorney-drafted templates are quick and easy to complete.
Common Alaska Deed documents
- Warranty Deed — guarantees a clear title and protects against claims.
- Quitclaim Deed — transfers rights without guaranteeing title quality.
- Grant Deed — conveys property with some assurances about title.
- Bargain and Sale Deed — implies ownership but not warranty against claims.
- Gift Deed — transfers property as a gift without consideration.
- Deed of Trust — secures a loan by transferring title to a trustee.
- Tax Deed — conveys property after a tax sale, typically with limited warranties.
Deed forms by State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- District of Columbia
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- Wisconsin
- West Virginia
- Wyoming
Form packages
Alaska Contract for Deed Package
Access multiple essential forms for owner-financed real estate transactions, providing everything needed in one convenient package.
This package includes:
- Alaska Agreement or Contract for Deed for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate a/k/a Land or Executory Contract
- Alaska Notice of Intent to Enforce Forfeiture Provisions of Contact for Deed
- Alaska Final Notice of Forfeiture and Request to Vacate Property under Contract for Deed
- Alaska General Notice of Default for Contract for Deed
- Alaska Seller's Disclosure of Forfeiture Rights for Contract for Deed
- Alaska Seller's Disclosure of Financing Terms for Residential Property in connection with Contract or Agreement for Deed a/k/a Land Contract
- Alaska Contract for Deed Seller's Annual Accounting Statement
- Alaska Notice of Default for Past Due Payments in connection with Contract for Deed
- Alaska Final Notice of Default for Past Due Payments in connection with Contract for Deed
- Alaska Assignment of Contract for Deed by Seller
- Alaska Notice of Assignment of Contract for Deed
Alaska Satisfaction, Cancellation or Release of Mortgage Package
Gather everything needed to release or satisfy a mortgage in one convenient package.
Alaska Assignment of Mortgage Package
Get the essential forms needed to transfer mortgage interests all in one convenient package.
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Alaska Contract for Deed PackageAccess multiple essential forms for owner-financed real estate transactions, providing everything needed in one convenient package.
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Quitclaim Deed from Trust to a IndividualTransfer property ownership from a trust to an individual, simplifying the process without the need for a formal sale.
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Agreement or Contract for Deed for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate a/k/a Land or Executory ContractSecure sales of real estate with flexible payment terms, protecting both buyers and sellers.
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Quitclaim Deed from Individual to IndividualUsed to transfer property rights between individuals, this form simplifies the process of conveying ownership without warranties.
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Warranty Deed from Individual to IndividualTransfer property ownership between individuals while ensuring clear title and legal protections.
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Quitclaim Deed from Husband to Himself and WifeTransfer property ownership between a partner and themselves, ensuring clear title while addressing any existing claims or easements.
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Warranty Deed to Child Reserving a Life Estate in the ParentsTransfer property to your child while retaining a life estate, ensuring you maintain rights to the property during your lifetime.
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Quitclaim Deed for Individual to a TrustUse this document to transfer property from an individual to a trust, streamlining estate management and ensuring secure asset allocation.
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Warranty Deed for FiduciaryUse this legal document to transfer property with a guarantee from a fiduciary, ensuring all obligations were met.
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Quitclaim Deed from Individual to Two Individuals in Joint TenancyEasily transfer property ownership to two individuals as joint tenants, ensuring rights of survivorship.
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Similar documents: key differences
- Warranty Deed vs. Quitclaim Deed — Warranty deeds provide guarantees, quitclaim deeds do not.
- Grant Deed vs. Bargain and Sale Deed — Grant deeds imply ownership assurances, bargain and sale deeds do not.
- Deed of Trust vs. Mortgage — A deed of trust involves a third-party trustee, whereas a mortgage does not.
- Gift Deed vs. Sale Deed — Gift deeds transfer property without payment, sale deeds involve a transaction.
Key legal points
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Deeds must be signed, often requiring notarization.
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Different types of deeds offer varying levels of protection.
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Property transfers require clear identification of the parties involved.
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Deeds may need to be recorded with local authorities.
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Certain deeds can have tax implications.
How to get started
Begin your process in just a few steps.
- Find a template that suits your specific situation.
- Review the template description and any signing requirements.
- Access the full template with a subscription.
- Complete the document in the online editor.
- Export or send the document as needed, including e-signature options.
FAQs
A trust can manage assets during your lifetime, while a will takes effect after death.
Assets may be distributed according to state laws, which may not reflect your wishes.
Review your plan regularly, especially after major life events or changes in circumstances.
Beneficiary designations typically override instructions in your will or trust.
Yes, you can designate separate agents for financial and healthcare matters.
Glossary
- Deed - A document that transfers property ownership.
- Grant Deed - A type of deed that provides some ownership assurances.
- Quitclaim Deed - Transfers property rights without guarantees.
- Warranty Deed - Guarantees a clear title to the property.
- Beneficiary - A person designated to receive benefits from a deed.
- Title - Legal ownership of property.
- Trustee - An individual or entity managing property for another.
- Notarization - The process of certifying a document's authenticity.
- Transfer - The act of moving ownership from one party to another.