What is Deed?
Deeds are legal documents that transfer ownership of property. They are used during sales or gifts of real estate. Explore our Texas-specific templates for your needs.
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Texas Deeds
In Texas, Deeds are essential documents for property transfers. Our attorney-drafted templates are quick and simple to complete.
Common Texas Deed documents
- Warranty Deed — transfers property with a guarantee of clear title.
- Quitclaim Deed — transfers any interest one party has in a property.
- Grant Deed — provides a guarantee that the property has not been sold.
- Special Warranty Deed — protects against claims during the seller's ownership.
- Deed of Trust — secures a loan with the property as collateral.
- Executor’s Deed — transfers property from an estate after 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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Texas Contract for Deed PackageGet all the essential forms for owner-financed real estate transactions in one convenient package.
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Agreement or Contract for Deed a/k/a Land or Executory Contract - NonresidentialUse this agreement to outline the terms for purchasing nonresidential property directly from the seller, ensuring secure payments and conditions.
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Quitclaim Deed from Individual to IndividualTransfer property ownership between individuals with no warranties or guarantees.
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Enhanced Life Estate Deed - Lady Bird - Individual to IndividualCreate a life estate with the flexibility to retain property control until death, allowing for smoother asset transfer without probate complications.
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Special Warranty Deed - Individual to IndividualUse this document when transferring property between individuals, offering specific protections to the grantee while maintaining certain liabilities for the grantor.
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Enhanced Life Estate or Lady Bird Warranty Deed from Husband and Wife to Husband and WifeIdeal for couples, this deed allows property ownership with specific rights, including transfer upon death without probate.
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Warranty Deed from Individual to IndividualUse this form to legally transfer property ownership between individuals, ensuring a clear title and defined boundaries.
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Oil, Gas and Mineral Deed from an Individual to a CorporationTransfer ownership of oil, gas, and mineral rights from an individual to a corporation with this essential legal document.
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Quitclaim Deed from Husband to Himself and WifeTransfer property ownership between partners easily and securely, ensuring clarity about joint ownership rights.
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Texas Gift Deed for Individual to IndividualEasily transfer ownership of property as a gift between individuals in Texas, safeguarding the rights of both parties involved.
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Similar documents: key differences
- Warranty Deed vs. Quitclaim Deed
- Grant Deed vs. Bargain and Sale Deed
- Deed of Trust vs. Mortgage
- Gift Deed vs. Sale Deed
Key legal points
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Deeds must be signed by the grantor to be valid.
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Most deeds in Texas require notarization to be effective.
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Property descriptions must be clear and specific in deeds.
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Different deeds serve distinct purposes in property transactions.
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Deeds can be revoked or modified under certain circumstances.
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Failure to record a deed may affect ownership rights.
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Deeds are crucial for establishing legal ownership of property.
How to get started
Begin your process quickly with these easy 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
Deeds are used to transfer ownership of real property between parties.
Yes, a Deed is necessary for transferring property ownership legally.
The type of Deed depends on your specific situation, such as sale or gift.
Yes, but you may need to create a new Deed or an amendment.
Failure to record a Deed may result in ownership disputes.
Glossary
- Deed - A legal document that transfers ownership of property.
- Grantor - The person who transfers the property in a Deed.
- Grantee - The person who receives the property in a Deed.
- Title - Legal ownership rights to property.
- Notarization - Official confirmation of a document's authenticity.
- Execution - The signing of a Deed to make it legally binding.
- Real Estate - Property consisting of land and buildings.
- Conveyance - The act of transferring property ownership.
- Beneficiary - The person entitled to benefit from a property transfer.
- Probate - The legal process of administering a deceased person's estate.