What is Deed?
Deeds are legal instruments that transfer ownership of real property between parties. They are commonly used in transactions involving land, houses, and other real estate. Explore our state-specific templates to find what you need.
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Arizona Deeds
Deeds are essential documents for transferring property ownership. Our attorney-drafted templates are quick and easy to use.
Common Arizona Deed documents
- Warranty Deed — guarantees clear title and protects against future claims.
- Quitclaim Deed — transfers whatever interest the grantor has in the property.
- Special Warranty Deed — limits the grantor's liability to specific periods.
- Grant Deed — provides assurances that the property has not been sold previously.
- Deed of Trust — secures a loan by placing the property as collateral.
- Tax Deed — transfers ownership due to unpaid property taxes.
- Executor’s Deed — used by an executor to transfer property from an estate.
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
Arizona Contract for Deed Package
Everything needed for owner-financed real estate transactions in one convenient package.
This package includes:
- Arizona Agreement or Contract for Deed for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate a/k/a Land or Executory Contract
- Arizona Notice of Intent to Enforce Forfeiture Provisions of Contact for Deed
- Arizona Final Notice of Forfeiture and Request to Vacate Property under Contract for Deed
- Arizona General Notice of Default for Contract for Deed
- Arizona Seller's Disclosure of Forfeiture Rights for Contract for Deed
- Arizona Seller's Disclosure of Financing Terms for Residential Property in connection with Contract or Agreement for Deed a/k/a Land Contract
- Arizona Contract for Deed Seller's Annual Accounting Statement
- Arizona Notice of Default for Past Due Payments in connection with Contract for Deed
- Arizona Final Notice of Default for Past Due Payments in connection with Contract for Deed
- Arizona Assignment of Contract for Deed by Seller
- Arizona Notice of Assignment of Contract for Deed
Arizona Satisfaction, Cancellation or Release of Mortgage Package
Access a complete set of forms for the satisfaction or release of a mortgage, all in one convenient package.
This package includes:
- Arizona Full Reconveyance and Deed of Release - Satisfaction, Release or Cancellation of Deed of Trust by Corporation
- Arizona Full Reconveyance and Deed of Release - Satisfaction, Release or Cancellation of Deed of Trust by Individual
- Letter Notice to Borrower of Satisfaction of Mortgage
- Letter to Recording Office for Recording of Satisfaction of Mortgage
Arizona Assignment of Mortgage Package
Get everything needed to assign a mortgage to a third party, with multiple related legal forms in one convenient package.
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Arizona Contract for Deed PackageEverything needed for owner-financed real estate transactions in one convenient package.
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Arizona Beneficiary Deed for Individual to IndividualEasily transfer property to a beneficiary while avoiding probate. Ideal for individuals looking to ensure their assets pass directly to heirs upon their passing.
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Agreement or Contract for Deed for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate a/k/a Land or Executory ContractUse this agreement when purchasing real estate to outline payment terms and responsibilities between buyer and seller.
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Quitclaim Deed from Individual to IndividualIdeal for transferring property ownership between individuals, this deed simplifies the process by requiring minimal documentation.
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Grant Deed from Two Individuals to One IndividualUse this legal document to transfer property from two individuals to one, ensuring legal recognition of ownership.
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Warranty Deed from Individual to IndividualUse this to formally transfer property ownership between individuals, ensuring clear title and legal protection.
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Quitclaim Deed from Husband to Himself and WifeTransfer property ownership between partners without a sale. This simple form ensures both names are officially recognized on the title, simplifying future transactions.
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Warranty Deed to Child Reserving a Life Estate in the ParentsTransfer property to a child while retaining the right to live there, ensuring a secure arrangement for both parties.
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Warranty Deed from two Individuals to Two Individuals as Tenants in CommonSecure ownership rights between two individuals with shared interest in a property by establishing tenancy in common.
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Transfer on Death Deed or TOD - Beneficiary Deed - Individual to Two IndividualsEasily designate beneficiaries to inherit property upon your death, ensuring a seamless transfer without going through probate.
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Similar documents: key differences
- Warranty Deed vs. Quitclaim Deed — Warranty deeds provide title assurances, while quitclaim deeds do not.
- General Warranty Deed vs. Special Warranty Deed — General warrants against all claims; special warrants only for specific periods.
- Grant Deed vs. Bargain and Sale Deed — Grant deeds assure no prior sales, while bargain and sale deeds do not include such assurances.
- Deed of Trust vs. Mortgage — Deed of trust involves a third-party trustee; mortgage does not.
- Tax Deed vs. Sheriff’s Deed — Tax deeds are issued after tax foreclosure; sheriff’s deeds follow foreclosure sales.
Key legal points
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Deeds must be signed by the grantor.
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Most deeds require notarization to be valid.
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Different types of deeds serve different purposes in property transactions.
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The grantor and grantee must be clearly identified in the deed.
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Deeds should be recorded with the county for public notice.
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Consideration, or payment, is often included in the deed.
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Errors in deeds can lead to legal disputes.
How to get started
Begin quickly by following these steps.
- Find a template or package that fits your situation.
- Review the description, preview, and signing requirements.
- Get full access with a subscription.
- Complete it in the online editor.
- Export or send: download, email, USPS mail, notarize online, or send for e-signature (Premium).
FAQs
A deed is a legal document that transfers property ownership from one party to another.
Yes, a deed is necessary to legally document the transfer of property ownership.
Changes may require a new deed or correction deed, depending on the situation.
A lost deed can often be replaced through a legal process, depending on state laws.
Yes, deeds are typically recorded and accessible as public records in the relevant county.
Glossary
- Grantor - the person who transfers property ownership.
- Grantee - the person receiving property ownership.
- Title - legal right to ownership of property.
- Notarization - official witnessing of a signature.
- Consideration - the value exchanged in a property transaction.
- Property - land or real estate subject to ownership.
- Conveyance - the act of transferring property ownership.
- Executor - a person appointed to manage an estate.
- Trustee - an individual or entity holding property on behalf of another.
- Beneficiary - a person entitled to benefit from a deed or trust.