What is Deed?
Deeds are legal instruments used to transfer ownership of real estate. They are essential when buying or selling property. Explore our state-specific templates for assistance.
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Louisiana Deeds
Deeds are essential documents for transferring property ownership. Our attorney-drafted templates are quick and easy to complete.
Common Louisiana Deed documents
- Warranty Deed — Ensures the buyer receives clear title to the property.
- Quitclaim Deed — Transfers any interest the grantor may have in the property.
- Grant Deed — Confers ownership and guarantees no prior encumbrances.
- Special Warranty Deed — Limits the warranty to the time the grantor owned the property.
- Deed of Trust — Secures a loan by transferring property to a trustee.
- Tax Deed — Transfers property ownership after a tax lien sale.
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
Popular forms
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Bond for Deed - Contract for DeedIdeal for buyers looking to purchase property under a future contract while securing financing terms and agreements.
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Quitclaim Deed from Individual to Individual without Waiver of Dower, Curtsey, and HomesteadIdeal for transferring property between individuals without warranty, while maintaining rights to dower, curtsy, and homestead.
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Warranty Deed from Individual to IndividualTransfer ownership of property between individuals with this deed, ensuring clear title and protection against claims from previous owners.
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Quitclaim Deed from Husband to Himself and WifeTransfer property rights between spouses with no warranty of title, creating joint ownership and rights of survivorship.
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Quitclaim Deed for Timeshare from Two Individuals to an IndividualTransfer ownership of a timeshare from two individuals to one. Ensure clear title and proper documentation.
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Warranty Deed to Child Reserving a Life Estate in the ParentsTransfer property to a child while retaining living rights, ensuring both ownership and usage flexibility.
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Warranty Deed for Donation - Husband and Wife to IndividualEasily transfer ownership of property between individuals as a gift, ensuring legal protection and clear acknowledgment of rights.
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Fiduciary Deed for use by Executors, Trustees, Trustors, Administrators and other FiduciariesIdeal for executors and trustees handling property transfers, ensuring legal clarity in real estate transactions.
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Quitclaim Deed from Individual to Two Individuals in Joint TenancyUse this document to transfer property ownership to two individuals as joint tenants, ensuring rights of survivorship.
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Warranty Deed from Husband and Wife to a TrustTransfer property from a couple to a trust, ensuring legal protection and clarity in ownership.
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Similar documents: key differences
- Warranty Deed vs. Quitclaim Deed — Warranty deeds provide guarantees about title; quitclaim deeds do not.
- General Warranty Deed vs. Special Warranty Deed — General warranties cover the entire ownership history, while special warranties only cover the grantor’s period.
- Deed of Trust vs. Mortgage — A deed of trust involves a third-party trustee, while a mortgage is a direct agreement between the lender and borrower.
- Grant Deed vs. Bargain and Sale Deed — Grant deeds assure no prior claims, while bargain and sale deeds imply ownership but offer fewer guarantees.
Key legal points
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A deed must be in writing to be enforceable.
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Most deeds require notarization and possibly witnesses.
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Deeds should clearly describe the property being transferred.
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Consideration, or payment, is often necessary for validity.
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Deeds can be revoked or altered through a new deed.
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Different types of deeds serve various purposes in real estate.
How to get started
Begin your journey to property transfer with these simple 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 trust can help manage assets during your lifetime, while a will addresses distribution after death.
Failing to create a deed may result in ownership disputes or complications in property transfer.
Review your deeds and related documents regularly, especially after significant life changes.
Beneficiary designations can override wills and deeds, ensuring direct asset transfer outside probate.
Yes, you can designate separate individuals for financial and health care decisions in your plans.
Glossary
- Deed - A legal document that transfers property ownership.
- Grantor - The individual or entity transferring property ownership.
- Grantee - The individual or entity receiving property ownership.
- Title - The legal right to own, use, and sell property.
- Notarization - The official process of validating a document by a notary public.
- Encumbrance - Any claim against a property that may affect its value.
- Consideration - The payment or value exchanged in a transaction.
- Executor - An individual appointed to administer a deceased person's estate.
- Beneficiary - An individual designated to receive assets from a will or trust.