What is Deed?
Deeds are legal documents that transfer ownership of real estate. They are used during sales, gifts, or inheritance. Explore state-specific templates for your needs.
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Maryland Deeds
Deeds are essential for property transfers in Maryland. Our attorney-drafted templates are quick and easy to complete.
Common Maryland Deed documents
- Warranty Deed — Transfers property ownership with guarantees about the title.
- Quitclaim Deed — Transfers any ownership interest without warranty.
- Grant Deed — Transfers property with certain guarantees about ownership.
- Special Warranty Deed — Transfers property with limited warranties from the seller.
- Deed of Trust — Secures a loan by transferring property title to a trustee.
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
Maryland Contract for Deed Package
Get everything you need for owner-financed real estate transactions in one easy package.
This package includes:
- Maryland Agreement or Contract for Deed for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate a/k/a Land or Executory Contract
- Maryland Notice of Intent to Enforce Forfeiture Provisions of Contact for Deed
- Maryland Final Notice of Forfeiture and Request to Vacate Property under Contract for Deed
- Maryland General Notice of Default for Contract for Deed
- Maryland Seller's Disclosure of Forfeiture Rights for Contract for Deed
- Maryland Seller's Disclosure of Financing Terms for Residential Property in connection with Contract or Agreement for Deed a/k/a Land Contract
- Maryland Contract for Deed Seller's Annual Accounting Statement
- Maryland Notice of Default for Past Due Payments in connection with Contract for Deed
- Maryland Final Notice of Default for Past Due Payments in connection with Contract for Deed
- Maryland Assignment of Contract for Deed by Seller
- Maryland Notice of Assignment of Contract for Deed
Maryland Satisfaction, Cancellation or Release of Mortgage Package
Get everything needed to release a mortgage in one convenient package, including multiple related legal forms to simplify the process.
This package includes:
- Maryland Satisfaction, Release or Cancellation of Deed of Trust by Corporation
- Maryland Satisfaction, Release or Cancellation of Deed of Trust by Corporation - Baltimore City
- Maryland Satisfaction, Release or Cancellation of Deed of Trust by Individual
- Maryland Satisfaction, Release or Cancellation of Deed of Trust by Individual - Baltimore City
- Letter Notice to Borrower of Satisfaction of Mortgage
- Letter to Recording Office for Recording of Satisfaction of Mortgage
Maryland Assignment of Mortgage Package
Access all necessary documents to assign a mortgage or deed of trust to a third party, ensuring you're prepared for the transfer process.
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Maryland Contract for Deed PackageGet everything you need for owner-financed real estate transactions in one easy package.
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Quitclaim Deed - Limited Liability Company to Three IndividualsTransfer ownership from a limited liability company to three individuals with this form, ensuring clear title and property rights.
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Agreement or Contract for Deed for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate a/k/a Land or Executory ContractIdeal for sellers and buyers entering a real estate sale that requires installment payments without immediate full payment.
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Quitclaim Deed from Individual to IndividualTransferring real estate between individuals is quick and simple with this deed, making it ideal for informal property transfers.
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Gift Deed from Two Grantors to a Non-Profit Corporation as Grantee.Transfer property ownership from two individuals to a non-profit corporation, ensuring a clear title without encumbrances.
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Warranty Deed from Individual to IndividualTransfer property ownership between individuals while ensuring a clear title and protection against claims.
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Quitclaim Deed from Husband to Himself and WifeTransfer property ownership between partners while retaining rights for certain resources. Useful for adding a spouse as a property owner.
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Quitclaim Deed - Individual to Four IndividualsEasily transfer property rights among multiple individuals with this essential document, ensuring clarity and legal validity in real estate transactions.
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Warranty Deed to Child Reserving a Life Estate in the ParentsSecure property transfer while retaining living rights. Ideal for parents wanting to pass ownership to their child yet maintain a life estate.
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Warranty Deed from two Individuals and Trustee to Three IndividualsSecure ownership transfer from two individuals and a trustee to three new owners, protecting their rights to the property.
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Similar documents: key differences
- Warranty Deed vs. Quitclaim Deed — Warranty deeds guarantee title, quitclaim deeds do not.
- General Warranty Deed vs. Special Warranty Deed — General warranty covers all claims; special warranty covers only seller's claims.
- Deed of Trust vs. Mortgage — Deed of trust involves a trustee; mortgage does not.
- Grant Deed vs. Bargain and Sale Deed — Grant deeds offer some warranties; bargain and sale deeds do not.
Key legal points
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Deeds must clearly identify the property being transferred.
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Most deeds require notarization to be valid.
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Property ownership can be transferred through multiple types of deeds.
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Each deed type serves a specific purpose in property transactions.
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Understanding the difference between deed types can prevent future disputes.
How to get started
Begin quickly 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 provide additional benefits, such as avoiding probate.
Without action, your property may not be properly transferred or distributed.
It's wise to review your deeds and plans regularly or after major life changes.
Beneficiary designations can override your will in many cases, so clarity is key.
Yes, you can designate separate agents for financial and health-related decisions.
Glossary
- Deed - A document that transfers ownership of property.
- Quitclaim Deed - Transfers any interest in property without warranties.
- Warranty Deed - Guarantees that the grantor holds clear title to the property.
- Grant Deed - Transfers property with certain guarantees about ownership.
- Deed of Trust - Secures a loan by transferring property title to a trustee.
- Property Title - Legal right to own, use, and transfer property.
- Notarization - Process of having a document certified by a notary.
- Beneficiary - Person designated to receive benefits from a deed or trust.
- Executor - Person appointed to execute a will's provisions.
- Trustee - Person or entity holding property in trust for another.