What is Deed?
Deeds are legal documents that transfer ownership of real property. They are commonly used during sales or gifts of property. Explore our state-specific templates for your needs.
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Minnesota Deeds
Deeds are essential documents for property transactions. Our attorney-drafted templates are quick and easy to complete.
Common Minnesota Deed documents
- Warranty Deed — Transfers property with a guarantee of clear title.
- Quitclaim Deed — Transfers any interest in the property without warranties.
- Grant Deed — Transfers property with some guarantees about the title.
- Special Warranty Deed — Offers limited warranty, only for the seller’s ownership period.
- Executor’s Deed — Transfers property from an estate to a beneficiary.
- Gift Deed — Transfers property as a gift, without payment.
- Transfer-on-Death Deed — Allows property transfer upon the owner's death.
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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Minnesota Contract for Deed PackageAccess everything needed for owner-financed real estate transactions, all in one convenient package.
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Quitclaim Deed - Trust to an IndividualEasily transfer property ownership from a trust to an individual, ensuring a clear legal title.
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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 to outline the terms of buying or selling real estate through installments, securing both parties' interests.
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Quitclaim Deed from Individual to IndividualTransfer property ownership between individuals easily and efficiently without warranties or guarantees.
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Warranty Deed from Individual to IndividualUse this document to legally transfer property ownership between individuals, ensuring clear title and protection against future claims.
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Quitclaim Deed from Husband to Himself and WifeUse this document to transfer property ownership from one partner to both partners, simplifying title and rights of survivorship.
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Quitclaim Deed - Two Individuals to One IndividualSafeguard ownership rights by transferring property from two individuals to one. Ideal for simplifying property claims and ensuring clear title transfer.
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Transfer on Death Deed - Individual to IndividualEnsure your property transfers smoothly to a beneficiary upon death, avoiding probate complications and facilitating a clear transfer of ownership.
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Warranty Deed to Child Reserving a Life Estate in the ParentsTransfer property to your child while keeping the right to live in it during your lifetime.
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Quitclaim Deed for Four Individuals to Husband and WifeTransfer property ownership from four individuals to a couple using this straightforward deed form.
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Similar documents: key differences
- Warranty Deed vs. Quitclaim Deed — Warranty deeds provide guarantees about the title; quitclaim deeds do not.
- Grant Deed vs. Special Warranty Deed — Grant deeds offer broader assurances than special warranty deeds.
- Executor’s Deed vs. Administrator’s Deed — Executor’s deeds are used when there's a will; administrator’s deeds are used without one.
- Gift Deed vs. Transfer-on-Death Deed — Gift deeds transfer property during the owner's life; transfer-on-death deeds do so at death.
Key legal points
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Deeds are vital for documenting property ownership changes.
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Many deeds require notarization and sometimes witnesses.
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Different types of deeds serve various purposes in property transfers.
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Deeds should be recorded with local authorities to protect ownership rights.
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Understanding the difference between deed types helps avoid future disputes.
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A clear title is essential for a successful property transfer.
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Parties involved in a deed must agree to the terms outlined.
How to get started
Begin easily with 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.
FAQs
A trust can provide additional benefits and control over asset distribution, unlike a will.
Failing to create a plan may lead to unintended distribution of your property.
It's wise to review your plan regularly, especially after major life changes.
Beneficiary designations typically override wills, so they should align with your overall plan.
Yes, you can appoint separate individuals for financial and health care decisions.
Glossary
- Deed - A legal document transferring property ownership.
- Grant Deed - Transfers property with some guarantees about the title.
- Quitclaim Deed - Transfers any interest without warranty of title.
- Warranty Deed - Transfers property with a guarantee of clear title.
- Beneficiary Deed - Allows property transfer upon the owner's death.
- Executor - Person appointed to administer a deceased person's estate.
- Trustee - Individual or entity managing assets for another's benefit.
- Title - Legal right to own, use, and sell property.
- Notarization - Process of verifying a document's authenticity.
- Property Transfer - The act of changing ownership of real estate.