What is Deed?
Deeds are legal documents that convey property ownership from one party to another. They are used in various real estate transactions. Explore state-specific templates for your needs.
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South Carolina Deeds
Deeds are essential legal documents for transferring property ownership. Attorney-drafted templates are quick and easy to fill out.
Common South Carolina Deed documents
- Warranty Deed — Transfers ownership with guarantees about the title's validity.
- Quitclaim Deed — Transfers whatever interest a person has in the property, with no guarantees.
- Grant Deed — Transfers property and guarantees that the title is clear.
- Special Warranty Deed — Transfers property with limited guarantees of title validity.
- Trustee’s Deed — Transfers property held in trust to a beneficiary or new owner.
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
South Carolina Contract for Deed Package
Get everything needed for owner-financed real estate transactions in one place with this package of related legal forms.
This package includes:
- South Carolina Agreement or Contract for Deed for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate a/k/a Land or Executory Contract
- South Carolina Notice of Intent to Enforce Forfeiture Provisions of Contact for Deed
- South Carolina Final Notice of Forfeiture and Request to Vacate Property under Contract for Deed
- South Carolina General Notice of Default for Contract for Deed
- South Carolina Seller's Disclosure of Forfeiture Rights for Contract for Deed
- South Carolina Seller's Disclosure of Financing Terms for Residential Property in connection with Contract or Agreement for Deed a/k/a Land Contract
- South Carolina Contract for Deed Seller's Annual Accounting Statement
- South Carolina Notice of Default for Past Due Payments in connection with Contract for Deed
- South Carolina Final Notice of Default for Past Due Payments in connection with Contract for Deed
- South Carolina Assignment of Contract for Deed by Seller
- South Carolina Notice of Assignment of Contract for Deed
South Carolina Satisfaction, Cancellation or Release of Mortgage Package
Gather everything needed to release a mortgage in one place with multiple legal forms and letters included.
South Carolina Assignment of Mortgage Package
This package provides essential forms for transferring mortgage interests, ensuring you have everything needed for a smooth transaction in one location.
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South Carolina Contract for Deed PackageGet everything needed for owner-financed real estate transactions in one place with this package of related legal forms.
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Quitclaim Deed - Limited Liability Company to Limited Liability CompanyFacilitate the transfer of property between two limited liability companies with this document, which simplifies ownership changes and clarifies legal 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 purchasing property through seller financing, allowing buyers immediate possession while paying over time.
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Quitclaim Deed from Individual to IndividualUse this form to transfer property ownership between individuals without warranties. It's particularly useful for quick transfers, like among family or friends.
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Life Estate Deed from Two Individuals / Husband and Wife to an IndividualEffectively transfer property ownership to an individual while retaining rights during your lifetime, ensuring clarity in the legal estate process.
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Warranty Deed from Individual to IndividualTransfer property ownership between individuals while ensuring claims against the title are addressed.
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Quitclaim Deed from Husband to Himself and WifeTransfer property ownership between spouses while retaining mineral rights. Perfect for couples consolidating their titles.
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Quitclaim Deed - Two Individuals to Two IndividualsTransfer property ownership between two individuals with a simple document that protects both parties' rights.
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Warranty Deed to Child Reserving a Life Estate in the ParentsSecure property transfer to a child while retaining lifetime rights, ensuring both parties benefit from the arrangement.
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General Warranty Deed for Husband and Wife from Joint Tenants to Tenants in CommonComplete this document to change joint ownership to tenants in common for property held by a couple.
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Similar documents: key differences
- Warranty Deed vs. Quitclaim Deed — Warranty deeds guarantee clear ownership; quitclaim deeds do not.
- General Warranty Deed vs. Special Warranty Deed — General warranties cover the entire ownership history; special warranties only cover the owner's period.
- Grant Deed vs. Bargain and Sale Deed — Grant deeds include some guarantees, while bargain and sale deeds do not provide warranties.
- Deed of Trust vs. Mortgage — A deed of trust involves three parties (borrower, lender, trustee); a mortgage involves only two (borrower and lender).
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 transfer.
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Deeds can include various covenants, providing different levels of protection.
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Some deeds may involve tax implications for the transfer of property.
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The language used in deeds is crucial to their enforceability.
How to get started
Begin in just a few 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 deed transfers ownership of property from one party to another.
While not always required, recording a deed protects ownership rights.
Changing a name on a deed typically requires a new deed to be created.
If a deed is lost, a replacement can usually be obtained through legal means.
Glossary
- Deed - A legal document that transfers property ownership.
- Title - Legal right to own, use, and control property.
- Grantor - The person transferring ownership in a property.
- Grantee - The person receiving ownership in a property.
- Notarization - Official verification of signatures by a notary public.
- Covenant - A promise included in a deed regarding property rights.
- Transfer - The act of conveying property ownership from one person to another.
- Executor - Person appointed to execute a will's provisions.
- Trustee - Individual or entity managing property for another's benefit.