What is Deed?
Deeds are legal documents that transfer ownership of property from one party to another. They are commonly used in real estate transactions. Explore our state-specific templates for your needs.
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Florida Deeds
Deeds are essential documents for property ownership transfer. Our attorney-drafted templates are quick and easy to complete.
Common Florida Deed documents
- Warranty Deed — Transfers property with guarantees against defects in title.
- Quitclaim Deed — Transfers interest without warranties, often used between family members.
- Special Warranty Deed — Offers limited guarantees, protecting against claims during the seller's ownership.
- Grant Deed — Transfers property while ensuring the seller has not sold it to anyone else.
- Beneficiary Deed — Allows property to pass to a beneficiary upon the owner's death without probate.
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
Florida Contract for Deed Package
Get everything needed for owner-financed real estate transactions in one place with this essential package of legal forms.
This package includes:
- Florida Agreement or Contract for Deed for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate a/k/a Land or Executory Contract
- Florida Notice of Intent to Enforce Forfeiture Provisions of Contact for Deed
- Florida Final Notice of Forfeiture and Request to Vacate Property under Contract for Deed
- Florida General Notice of Default for Contract for Deed
- Florida Seller's Disclosure of Forfeiture Rights for Contract for Deed
- Florida Seller's Disclosure of Financing Terms for Residential Property in connection with Contract or Agreement for Deed a/k/a Land Contract
- Florida Contract for Deed Seller's Annual Accounting Statement
- Florida Notice of Default for Past Due Payments in connection with Contract for Deed
- Florida Final Notice of Default for Past Due Payments in connection with Contract for Deed
- Florida Assignment of Contract for Deed by Seller
- Florida Notice of Assignment of Contract for Deed
Florida Satisfaction, Cancellation or Release of Mortgage Package
Access essential legal documents for mortgage satisfaction, release, or cancellation in one convenient package.
Florida Assignment of Mortgage Package
Access everything needed to assign a mortgage efficiently with a complete set of essential legal forms.
Popular forms
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Florida Contract for Deed PackageGet everything needed for owner-financed real estate transactions in one place with this essential package of legal forms.
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Agreement or Contract for Deed for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate a/k/a Land or Executory ContractSecure a purchase agreement for real estate, allowing buyers to pay over time while occupying the property.
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Quitclaim Deed from Individual to IndividualTransfer ownership of property between individuals easily and clearly, ensuring the rights of both parties.
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Warranty Deed - Time Share - Husband and Wife / Two Individuals to Husband and Wife / Two IndividualsUse this document to transfer property ownership between individuals or spouses, specifying how ownership is shared.
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Enhanced Life Estate or Lady Bird Deed - Individual to IndividualCreate a life estate deed that allows property control while simplifying future inheritance matters.
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Enhanced Life Estate or Lady Bird Deed - An Individual to Four IndividualsCreate a deed enabling an individual to transfer property to multiple people while retaining control during their lifetime.
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Warranty Deed from Individual to IndividualTransfer property ownership between individuals effectively with a clearly structured legal document.
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Quitclaim Deed from Husband to Himself and WifeUse this document to formally transfer property rights between partners, ensuring both parties hold title effectively.
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Florida Gift Deed for Individual to IndividualEasily transfer property ownership with a legal document designed for gifts between individuals in Florida.
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Enhanced Life Estate or Lady Bird Deed - Quitclaim - Individual to IndividualSecure real estate transfers while retaining control during your lifetime with this unique deed option.
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Similar documents: key differences
- General Warranty Deed vs. Special Warranty Deed — General provides full warranty; special limits it to the seller's ownership period.
- Quitclaim Deed vs. Warranty Deed — Quitclaim transfers without guarantees; warranty provides protections against title defects.
- Grant Deed vs. Warranty Deed — Grant guarantees the seller hasn't previously conveyed the property; warranty offers broader protections.
- Beneficiary Deed vs. Life Estate Deed — Beneficiary deed transfers upon death; life estate allows use during lifetime but transfers upon death.
Key legal points
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Deeds must be signed and often notarized.
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Different types of deeds serve various purposes in property transactions.
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The seller's title history affects the type of deed used.
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Deeds can include conditions or restrictions on property use.
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All parties in a transaction should understand the deed's implications.
How to get started
Begin quickly with these steps.
- Find a template or package that suits your needs.
- Review the description, preview, and signing requirements.
- Gain full access with a subscription.
- Complete your document in the online editor.
- Export or send: download, email, USPS mail, notarize online, or send for e-signature (Premium).
FAQs
A trust can complement a will, offering benefits like avoiding probate.
Your assets may go through probate, possibly leading to delays and costs.
Review your estate plan regularly, especially after major life changes.
Beneficiary designations can override wills, so ensure they align with your overall plan.
Yes, you can designate separate agents for financial and health matters.
Glossary
- Deed - A legal document transferring property ownership.
- Grant Deed - Transfers property with assurances of no previous sales.
- Quitclaim Deed - Transfers whatever interest the grantor has without guarantees.
- Warranty Deed - Offers full warranties against defects in property title.
- Beneficiary Deed - Allows property to pass directly to a beneficiary upon death.
- Special Warranty Deed - Guarantees property title only for the duration of ownership.
- Life Estate - A property interest that lasts for the life of an individual.
- Title - Legal right to own, use, or sell property.
- Notarization - Witnessing and certifying a document by a notary public.
- Probate - The legal process of validating a will and distributing assets.