What is Deed?
Deeds are legal documents that transfer ownership of property. They are used in various real estate transactions. Explore our state-specific templates to find what you need.
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Rhode Deeds
Deeds are essential documents for property transfer. Our templates are easy to use and attorney-drafted for your convenience.
Common Rhode Deed documents
- Warranty Deed — transfers property with a guarantee of clear title.
- Quitclaim Deed — transfers whatever interest the grantor has without warranties.
- Grant Deed — conveys property with some assurances regarding title.
- Special Warranty Deed — transfers property with limited warranties from the grantor.
- Executor’s Deed — used to transfer property from an estate after death.
- Tax Deed — transfers property after a tax foreclosure.
Form packages
Rhode Island Contract for Deed Package
Simplify owner-financed real estate transactions with everything needed in one package.
This package includes:
- Rhode Island Agreement or Contract for Deed for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate a/k/a Land or Executory Contract
- Rhode Island Notice of Intent to Enforce Forfeiture Provisions of Contact for Deed
- Rhode Island Final Notice of Forfeiture and Request to Vacate Property under Contract for Deed
- Rhode Island General Notice of Default for Contract for Deed
- Rhode Island Seller's Disclosure of Forfeiture Rights for Contract for Deed
- Rhode Island Seller's Disclosure of Financing Terms for Residential Property in connection with Contract or Agreement for Deed a/k/a Land Contract
- Rhode Island Contract for Deed Seller's Annual Accounting Statement
- Rhode Island Notice of Default for Past Due Payments in connection with Contract for Deed
- Rhode Island Final Notice of Default for Past Due Payments in connection with Contract for Deed
- Rhode Island Assignment of Contract for Deed by Seller
- Rhode Island Notice of Assignment of Contract for Deed
Rhode Island Satisfaction, Cancellation or Release of Mortgage Package
Get everything you need for mortgage satisfaction or release in one convenient package, including multiple related legal forms.
This package includes:
- Rhode Island Satisfaction, Release or Cancellation of Mortgage by Corporation
- Rhode Island Satisfaction, Release or Cancellation of Mortgage by Individual
- Letter Notice to Borrower of Satisfaction of Mortgage
- Letter to Recording Office for Recording of Satisfaction of Mortgage
Rhode Island Assignment of Mortgage Package
Streamline the process of transferring mortgage rights with multiple essential legal forms in one convenient package.
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Rhode Island Contract for Deed PackageSimplify owner-financed real estate transactions with everything needed in one package.
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Quitclaim Deed - Trust to IndividualTransfer property rights from a trust to an individual efficiently.
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Agreement or Contract for Deed for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate a/k/a Land or Executory ContractSecure a real estate purchase with this contract, allowing payments over time instead of upfront cash.
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Quitclaim Deed from Individual to IndividualTransfer property ownership easily between individuals while retaining certain mineral rights.
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Warranty Deed from Individual to IndividualUse this deed to transfer property ownership between individuals, ensuring legal protection and clarity in the transaction.
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Quitclaim Deed from Husband to Himself and WifeSecurely transfer property ownership between partners while retaining mineral rights. Understanding this deed is crucial for proper property handling.
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Quitclaim Deed from Husband and Wife to Limited Liability CompanyTransfer property from spouses to a limited liability company, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with state laws.
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Warranty Deed to Child Reserving a Life Estate in the ParentsTransfer property to a child while retaining life estate, ensuring continued use during your lifetime.
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Quitclaim Deed from Husband and Wife to Three Individuals as Joint TenantsTransfer property ownership from a couple to three individuals as joint tenants, ensuring shared ownership and rights of survivorship.
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Fiduciary Deed for use by Executors, Trustees, Trustors, Administrators and other FiduciariesUtilize this deed when transferring property as an executor, trustee, or other fiduciary to ensure lawful conveyance and protect all parties involved.
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Similar documents: key differences
- Warranty Deed vs. Quitclaim Deed — Warranty deeds include guarantees about the title's validity, while quitclaim deeds do not.
- Grant Deed vs. Special Warranty Deed — Grant deeds provide some assurances, while special warranty deeds limit those assurances to the grantor's ownership period.
- Executor’s Deed vs. Administrator’s Deed — Executor’s deeds are used when a will is present, while administrator’s deeds are used when intestacy occurs.
- Gift Deed vs. Sale Deed — Gift deeds transfer property without payment, whereas sale deeds involve an exchange.
- Deed of Trust vs. Mortgage — A deed of trust involves a third party (trustee), while a mortgage is a direct agreement between borrower and lender.
Key legal points
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Deeds must be signed and often notarized.
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Different deeds serve various purposes in property transfers.
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The grantor is the person transferring the property.
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The grantee is the person receiving the property.
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Deeds can be recorded in public records for notification.
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Some deeds provide warranties, while others do not.
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Understanding each type of deed is crucial for property transactions.
How to get started
Begin quickly with these straightforward steps.
- Find a template or package that suits your needs.
- Review the description, preview, and signing requirements.
- Gain full access through a subscription.
- Complete the document in our online editor.
- Export or send your document: download, email, mail, or e-sign.
FAQs
A deed serves to legally transfer ownership of property from one party to another.
Yes, a deed is necessary to legally transfer ownership when selling property.
Not recording a deed can lead to disputes over ownership and may complicate future sales.
Once a deed is signed and delivered, changes typically require a new deed.
Yes, there are various types of deeds tailored for different property transfer situations.
Glossary
- Grantor - The person transferring property ownership.
- Grantee - The person receiving property ownership.
- Warranty Deed - A deed that includes guarantees about the title.
- Quitclaim Deed - A deed that transfers interest without warranties.
- Deed of Trust - A legal document involving a third-party trustee.
- Special Warranty Deed - A deed with limited warranties from the grantor.
- Executor’s Deed - Transfers property from an estate after death.
- Gift Deed - Transfers property ownership without payment.
- Tax Deed - A deed conveying property after tax foreclosure.
- Recording - The act of filing a deed with public records.