What is Deed?
Deeds are legal documents used to transfer property ownership. They are essential in various real estate transactions. Browse our state-specific templates for your needs.
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Mississippi Deeds
Deeds are essential for transferring property ownership in Mississippi. Explore our attorney-drafted templates that simplify the process and ensure accuracy.
Common Mississippi Deed documents
- **Warranty Deed** — transfers property with a guarantee of clear title.
- **Quitclaim Deed** — transfers any interest the grantor has without guarantees.
- **Grant Deed** — transfers property with assurances of no prior claims.
- **Special Warranty Deed** — guarantees title only for the period the grantor owned the property.
- **Executor’s Deed** — conveys property from an estate to heirs or beneficiaries.
- **Gift Deed** — transfers property as a gift without consideration.
- **Deed of Trust** — secures a loan with the property as collateral.
Deed forms by State
- Alabama
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- 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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Mississippi Contract for Deed PackageAccess multiple essential forms for owner-financed real estate transactions, all in one convenient package.
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Agreement or Contract for Deed for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate a/k/a Land or Executory ContractUse this document to outline the terms of a real estate sale, ensuring a clear agreement between buyer and seller.
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Quitclaim Deed from Individual to IndividualTransfer ownership of property quickly and easily between individuals without warranties or guarantees. It's a straightforward choice for relinquishing claims on real estate.
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Warranty Deed from Individual to IndividualUse this legal document to transfer property ownership between individuals, ensuring a clear title and proper legal acknowledgment of the transaction.
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Quitclaim Deed from Husband to Himself and WifeTransfer property ownership between partners using this straightforward deed, ensuring your shared assets are legally clear.
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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 estate planning benefits and avoiding probate complexities.
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Warranty Deed for Three Individuals to One Individual (Subject to Life Estate)Ideal for transferring property ownership among multiple individuals with a life estate provision, ensuring legal clarity and protection.
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Quitclaim Deed from Three Individuals to Two IndividualsTransfer property ownership between individuals without warranties. Use it when multiple parties need to modify property rights.
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Fiduciary Deed for use by Executors, Trustees, Trustors, Administrators and other FiduciariesEssential for managing property transactions by fiduciaries, ensuring proper conveyance of rights and responsibilities.
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Quitclaim Deed from Individual to Two Individuals in Joint TenancyTransfer property ownership to two individuals as joint tenants with this simple yet effective legal document.
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Similar documents: key differences
- **Warranty Deed vs. Quitclaim Deed** — Warranty deeds provide guarantees of clear title, while quitclaim deeds do not.
- **Grant Deed vs. Special Warranty Deed** — Grant deeds assure clear title, while special warranty deeds cover only the grantor's ownership period.
- **Executor’s Deed vs. Administrator’s Deed** — Executor’s deeds come from wills, while administrator’s deeds are for intestate estates.
- **Deed of Trust vs. Mortgage** — A deed of trust involves a third party, while a mortgage involves only two.
- **Gift Deed vs. Bargain and Sale Deed** — Gift deeds transfer property without payment, while bargain and sale deeds imply a sale.
Key legal points
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Properties are transferred through deeds, which serve as legal proof of ownership.
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Most deeds require notarization and may need witnesses to be valid.
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The type of deed used affects the rights and liabilities of the parties.
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Deeds must be recorded with the appropriate local government office to protect ownership.
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Understanding the differences between deed types helps in choosing the right one.
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Deeds can be revoked or corrected through specific legal processes.
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Certain deeds may have tax implications that should be considered.
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Glossary
- **Deed** — A legal document that conveys property ownership. -
- **Grantor** — The person transferring property rights. -
- **Grantee** — The person receiving property rights. -
- **Notarization** — The process of officially witnessing a signature on a document. -
- **Title** — Legal ownership of property. -
- **Transfer** — The act of moving property ownership from one party to another. -
- **Property** — Land and anything permanently attached to it. -
- **Warranty** — A guarantee regarding the condition of the title. -
- **Quitclaim** — A type of deed that transfers any interest in property without guarantees. -
- **Beneficiary** — A person designated to receive assets upon death. -