What is Deed?
Deeds are legal documents that transfer ownership of real estate. They are commonly used when buying or selling property. Explore our state-specific templates for your needs.
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Ohio Deeds
Deeds are essential documents for transferring property ownership. Attorney-drafted templates are available for quick and easy completion.
Common Ohio Deed documents
- Warranty Deed — transfers property with guaranteed title and no encumbrances.
- Quitclaim Deed — transfers any ownership interest without guarantees about the title.
- Grant Deed — conveys property with some assurances of title.
- Special Warranty Deed — provides limited guarantees covering only the seller's period of ownership.
- Bargain and Sale Deed — implies ownership but offers no warranty of clear title.
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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Ohio Contract for Deed PackageGet everything you need for an owner-financed real estate transaction in one convenient package.
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Transfer on Death Designation Affidavit - TOD from Individual to Individual with Contingent BeneficiaryDesignate a beneficiary for your assets upon death, ensuring a smooth transfer process to an individual with an alternative option if needed.
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Agreement or Contract for Deed for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate a/k/a Land or Executory ContractSecure ownership of real estate through an agreement that outlines payment terms and responsibilities of the seller and purchaser.
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Quitclaim Deed from Individual to IndividualTransfer property ownership quickly and easily between individuals, ensuring rights and interests are accurately conveyed.
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Survivorship Deed - Individual to Two IndividualsDesignate property ownership for two individuals, ensuring rights of survivorship or tenancy in common in Ohio.
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General Warranty Deed from Individual to IndividualUse this document to transfer property ownership between individuals, ensuring a clear title and protecting against future claims.
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Quitclaim Deed from Husband to Himself and WifeTransfer property ownership between spouses, ensuring clear title and rights for both parties, particularly in joint ownership setups.
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Ohio Gift Deed for Individual to IndividualUse this document to transfer property as a gift between individuals, establishing ownership without monetary exchange.
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Warranty Deed to Child Reserving a Life Estate in the ParentsSecure property for your child while retaining lifetime rights, ensuring a smooth transfer that protects family interests.
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General Warranty Deed for Corporation to CorporationTransfer property ownership between corporations securely with this comprehensive document.
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Similar documents: key differences
- Warranty Deed vs. Quitclaim Deed — Warranty deeds provide guarantees on the title; quitclaim deeds do not.
- Grant Deed vs. Bargain and Sale Deed — Grant deeds offer some title assurances; bargain and sale deeds imply ownership only.
- Special Warranty Deed vs. General Warranty Deed — Special warranty deeds cover only the seller’s ownership; general warranty deeds cover the entire property's history.
- Deed of Trust vs. Mortgage — A deed of trust secures a loan with property; mortgages involve a borrower-lender relationship.
Key legal points
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Deeds must be signed and often notarized to be valid.
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Different types of deeds serve various purposes in property transfers.
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Property deeds commonly require clear identification of the parties involved.
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Many deeds include legal descriptions of the property being transferred.
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Deeds can be recorded with local authorities for public notice.
How to get started
Begin your journey in minutes with these simple steps.
- Find a template that matches your property transfer situation.
- Review the form description and any signing requirements.
- Access the template with a subscription for full use.
- Complete the deed using our online editor for convenience.
- Export or send your completed deed via download, email, or postal service.
FAQs
Yes, a deed is necessary to legally transfer ownership of property.
If not recorded, the transfer may not be recognized against third parties.
No, each deed must accurately reflect the specific property being transferred.
A correction deed can be used to amend errors in the original document.
A beneficiary deed allows property to transfer upon the owner’s death without probate.
Glossary
- Deed - A legal document that conveys property ownership.
- Warranty Deed - A deed that guarantees clear title to the property.
- Quitclaim Deed - Transfers any ownership interest without guarantees.
- Grant Deed - Conveys property with some title assurances.
- Title - Legal right to ownership of a property.
- Notarization - The process of having a document certified by a notary.
- Real Estate - Land and any permanent structures on it.
- Property Description - Detailed information identifying a specific piece of real estate.
- Recordation - The act of filing a deed with local authorities.
- Beneficiary Deed - A deed that allows property transfer upon death.