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Deeds are legal documents used to convey property rights. They are essential when buying or selling real estate. Explore state-specific templates for your needs.
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Virginia Deeds
Deeds are essential documents for transferring property ownership. Our attorney-drafted templates are quick and easy to complete.
Common Virginia Deed documents
- Warranty Deed — transfers property with guarantees about the title.
- Quitclaim Deed — transfers any ownership interest without warranties.
- Grant Deed — transfers property with implied warranties about title.
- Special Warranty Deed — transfers property with limited warranties.
- Deed of Trust — secures a loan with real estate as collateral.
- Gift Deed — transfers property as a gift without payment.
Form packages
Virginia Contract for Deed Package
Access everything needed for owner-financed real estate transactions in one place, including several essential legal forms.
This package includes:
- Virginia Agreement or Contract for Deed for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate a/k/a Land or Executory Contract
- Virginia Notice of Intent to Enforce Forfeiture Provisions of Contact for Deed
- Virginia Final Notice of Forfeiture and Request to Vacate Property under Contract for Deed
- Virginia General Notice of Default for Contract for Deed
- Virginia Seller's Disclosure of Forfeiture Rights for Contract for Deed
- Virginia Seller's Disclosure of Financing Terms for Residential Property in connection with Contract or Agreement for Deed a/k/a Land Contract
- Virginia Contract for Deed Seller's Annual Accounting Statement
- Virginia Notice of Default for Past Due Payments in connection with Contract for Deed
- Virginia Final Notice of Default for Past Due Payments in connection with Contract for Deed
- Virginia Assignment of Contract for Deed by Seller
- Virginia Notice of Assignment of Contract for Deed
Virginia Satisfaction, Cancellation or Release of Mortgage Package
Get everything needed to satisfy, release, or cancel a mortgage in one convenient package.
This package includes:
- Virginia Satisfaction, Release or Cancellation of Deed of Trust by Corporation
- Virginia Satisfaction, Release or Cancellation of Deed of Trust by Individual
- Letter Notice to Borrower of Satisfaction of Mortgage
- Letter to Recording Office for Recording of Satisfaction of Mortgage
Virginia Assignment of Mortgage Package
Access all the necessary documents to assign a mortgage efficiently, giving you peace of mind during the transfer process.
Popular forms
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Virginia Contract for Deed PackageAccess everything needed for owner-financed real estate transactions in one place, including several essential legal forms.
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Quitclaim Deed from Husband and Wife to Three IndividualsTransfer property quickly and easily between spouses and multiple individuals with this straightforward deed.
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Agreement or Contract for Deed for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate a/k/a Land or Executory ContractIdeal for buyers and sellers in real estate transactions, this agreement outlines payment terms and property details, ensuring a secure purchase process.
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Quitclaim Deed from Individual to IndividualIdeal for transferring property ownership between individuals without the need for extensive legal formalities.
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Gift Deed from an Individual, Husband or Wife to a Husband and WifeIdeal for transferring real estate as a gift between partners, exempting recordation taxes if no consideration is involved.
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Warranty Deed from Individual to IndividualTransfer property ownership securely with a legally binding agreement between individuals.
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Quitclaim Deed from Husband to Himself and WifeUse this document to transfer property ownership from one partner to both partners, simplifying joint ownership in real estate.
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Virginia Gift Deed for Individual to IndividualPerfect for transferring property as a gift, this document formalizes the ownership change without monetary compensation.
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Warranty Deed to Child Reserving a Life Estate in the ParentsEnsure a secure transfer of property to your child while retaining the right to live there. A unique option for estate planning.
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Quitclaim Deed for From Two Individuals to One IndividualTransfer property ownership from two individuals to one with this straightforward deed, vital for simplifying title transfers.
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Similar documents: key differences
- Warranty Deed vs. Quitclaim Deed — Warranty deeds offer guarantees, while quitclaim deeds do not.
- Grant Deed vs. Warranty Deed — Grant deeds provide implied warranties, warranty deeds provide full guarantees.
- Deed of Trust vs. Mortgage — A deed of trust involves a third party for securing loans, whereas a mortgage does not.
- Executor’s Deed vs. Administrator’s Deed — Executor’s deeds are used by wills, administrator’s deeds are for intestate estates.
- Special Warranty Deed vs. General Warranty Deed — Special warranty deeds limit guarantees to the grantor's ownership period.
Key legal points
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Deeds must be executed and often require notarization.
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Different types of deeds serve various transfer purposes.
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Property deeds must be recorded in the county land records.
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Title insurance may be recommended for property transfers.
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A deed does not necessarily reflect current ownership if not recorded.
How to get started
Begin your process with these simple 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, mail, notarize online, or send for e-signature.
FAQs
A will outlines your wishes, while a trust can manage assets during your lifetime.
If no plans are made, state laws determine how your assets are distributed.
It's wise to review your plan every few years or after major life events.
Beneficiary designations typically override will instructions for assets like life insurance.
Yes, you can appoint different agents for financial and healthcare decisions.
Glossary
- Deed - A legal document transferring property ownership.
- Grantor - The person transferring property through a deed.
- Grantee - The person receiving property through a deed.
- Notarization - The process of verifying a document's authenticity by a notary.
- Title - A legal document proving ownership of property.
- Property - Real estate, including land and buildings.
- Executor - A person appointed to administer a will's terms.
- Administrator - A person appointed to manage an intestate estate.
- Beneficiary - An individual designated to receive assets from a will or trust.
- Trustee - An individual managing assets held in a trust.