What is Deed?
Deeds are legal documents that transfer ownership of property from one party to another. They are commonly used in real estate transactions. Explore our state-specific templates for your needs.
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Washington Deeds
Deeds are essential documents for property transfers in Washington. Our attorney-drafted templates are straightforward and quick to complete.
Common Washington Deed documents
- Warranty Deed — Provides a guarantee of clear title to the property.
- Quitclaim Deed — Transfers any interest in property without warranties.
- Grant Deed — Ensures the property hasn’t been transferred to someone else.
- Deed of Trust — Secures a loan with real property as collateral.
- Bargain and Sale Deed — Indicates a sale without guarantees about the title.
- Gift Deed — Transfers property without any exchange of money.
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
Washington Contract for Deed Package
Access everything you need for owner-financed real estate transactions in one convenient package.
This package includes:
- Washington Agreement or Contract for Deed for Sale and Purchase of Real Estate a/k/a Land or Executory Contract
- Washington Notice of Intent to Enforce Forfeiture Provisions of Contact for Deed
- Washington Final Notice of Forfeiture and Request to Vacate Property under Contract for Deed
- Washington General Notice of Default for Contract for Deed
- Washington Seller's Disclosure of Forfeiture Rights for Contract for Deed
- Washington Seller's Disclosure of Financing Terms for Residential Property in connection with Contract or Agreement for Deed a/k/a Land Contract
- Washington Contract for Deed Seller's Annual Accounting Statement
- Washington Notice of Default for Past Due Payments in connection with Contract for Deed
- Washington Final Notice of Default for Past Due Payments in connection with Contract for Deed
- Washington Assignment of Contract for Deed by Seller
- Washington Notice of Assignment of Contract for Deed
Washington Satisfaction, Cancellation or Release of Mortgage Package
Access multiple forms to release or cancel a mortgage in one convenient package.
This package includes:
- Washington Satisfaction, Release or Cancellation of Deed of Trust by Corporation
- Washington 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
Washington Assignment of Mortgage Package
Get everything needed to assign a mortgage, all in one convenient package.
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Washington Contract for Deed PackageAccess everything you need for owner-financed real estate transactions in one convenient package.
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Quitclaim Deed - Two Individuals to One IndividualTransfer property ownership rights between two individuals to one. Useful for simplifying estate matters or consolidating ownership.
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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 seeking to formalize a real estate sale with flexible payment terms.
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Quitclaim Deed from Individual to IndividualTransfer property ownership easily between individuals, without warranties, using this straightforward deed.
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Special Warranty Deed from Husband & Wife / Two Individuals to Husband & Wife / Two IndividualsUse this to transfer property ownership between individuals, ensuring proper title conveyance and specifying how the property will be held.
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Warranty Deed from Individual to IndividualSecure property transfer between individuals with assurances against claims and encumbrances.
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Quitclaim Deed from Husband to Himself and WifePerfect for transferring property ownership between spouses without a sale, ensuring both parties maintain rights.
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Quitclaim Deed - Individual to Three Individuals with Reserved Life Estate in GrantorTransfer property ownership to multiple individuals while retaining the right to live on the property for life.
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Transfer on Death Quitclaim Deed from Individual to Individual with Alternate BeneficiarySecure property transfer to a beneficiary upon death, ensuring no probate delays.
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Quitclaim Deed Limited Liability Company to IndividualTransfer ownership of property from a limited liability company to an individual easily and effectively.
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Similar documents: key differences
- Warranty Deed vs. Quitclaim Deed — Warranty deeds provide guarantees about ownership, while quitclaim deeds do not.
- General Warranty Deed vs. Special Warranty Deed — General warranty deeds cover the entire ownership period; special warranty deeds cover only the grantor’s ownership period.
- Deed of Trust vs. Mortgage — A deed of trust involves a third-party trustee, while a mortgage directly involves the lender.
- Grant Deed vs. Bargain and Sale Deed — Grant deeds ensure the seller has not transferred the property to someone else; bargain and sale deeds do not provide such guarantees.
Key legal points
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A deed must be signed and delivered to be valid.
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Deeds may require notarization or witnesses under certain conditions.
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Different types of deeds serve various purposes in property transactions.
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Title insurance can protect against potential title issues.
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Deeds can be revoked or modified under specific circumstances.
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Recording a deed in the local land records office is often necessary.
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, USPS mail, notarize online, or send for e-signature (Premium).
FAQs
A deed legally transfers ownership of property from one person to another.
The type of deed depends on the nature of the property transfer and desired guarantees.
A valid deed must be properly signed, delivered, and often recorded.
You can obtain a copy from the local land records office where it was recorded.
Yes, a deed can be contested if there are disputes over ownership or validity.
Glossary
- Deed - A legal document that conveys ownership of property.
- Grantor - The person transferring ownership in a deed.
- Grantee - The person receiving ownership in a deed.
- Title - Legal right to own, use, and sell property.
- Notarization - The process of a notary public verifying signatures.
- Recording - Officially filing a deed with the local government.
- Warranty - A guarantee about the condition or title of property.
- Quitclaim - A deed that transfers interest without warranties.
- Property - Real estate or land owned by an individual.
- Beneficiary - A person designated to receive benefits from a deed.