Pennsylvania Quitclaim Deed from Individual to Husband and Wife
What is this form?
The Quitclaim Deed from Individual to Husband and Wife is a legal document that allows an individual (the Grantor) to transfer their interest in real property to a couple (the Grantees) who are married. This form is distinct from other types of deeds, such as warranty deeds, in that it does not guarantee that the Grantor holds a clear title to the property being transferred. This quitclaim deed specifically conveys property ownership while excluding any oil, gas, or minerals beneath the surface, which are retained by the Grantor.
What’s included in this form
- Names and identification of the Grantor and Grantees.
- Legal description of the property being transferred.
- Details regarding the reservation of oil, gas, and minerals.
- Statement of joint tenancy with right of survivorship for the Grantees.
- Signature lines for the Grantor and requisite acknowledgments.
When this form is needed
This form is commonly used when an individual wishes to transfer ownership of real estate to their spouse or to both spouses. It can be employed in various situations, such as during marriage, as part of estate planning, or to clear up property holdings between individuals. It is also suitable for situations where the Grantor wants to ensure that the property will pass entirely to the surviving spouse in the event of death.
Who should use this form
- Individuals who are transferring property ownership to their spouse.
- Couples looking to jointly hold property with survivorship rights.
- Homeowners seeking to simplify their property titles post-divorce or separation.
- Individuals engaged in estate planning involving property transfer to their spouse.
Instructions for completing this form
- Identify the parties involved by entering the full names of the Grantor and each Grantee.
- Clearly specify the property's legal description as required, ensuring complete accuracy.
- Indicate that the property interest is being conveyed as joint tenants with right of survivorship.
- Sign the document in the appropriate signature field, which should be dated.
- Ensure that the form is notarized if required by state law.
Does this form need to be notarized?
To make this form legally binding, it must be notarized. Our online notarization service, powered by Notarize, lets you verify and sign documents remotely through an encrypted video session.
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Mistakes to watch out for
- Failing to provide an accurate legal description of the property.
- Not signing the document or forgetting to date the deed.
- Assuming that local laws do not apply and not having the document notarized if required.
- Omitting the clause reserving oil, gas, and minerals, if applicable.
- Using the wrong form for property conveyance, such as a warranty deed instead of a quitclaim deed.
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A quitclaim deed doesn't always need to be signed before the divorce is final. Your divorce judgment will detail the terms of your property settlement agreement, and the requirement for transferring title will likely be incorporated into this agreement.
The drawback, quite simply, is that quitclaim deeds offer the grantee/recipient no protection or guarantees whatsoever about the property or their ownership of it. Maybe the grantor did not own the property at all, or maybe they only had partial ownership.
The State of Pennsylvania charges 1% of the sales price and the municipality and school district USUALLY charge 1% between them for a total of 2% (i.e. 2% X 100,000 = $2,000). By custom, the buyer and seller split the cost. 1% to buyer, 1% to seller; however payment is dictated by the sales contract.
A quitclaim deed is a deed (proof of ownership) that is passed from a grantor (the existing property owner) to a grantee (the new property owner) that does not have a warranty.A quitclaim deed has no guarantees for the grantor or grantee.
A quitclaim deed is quick and easy because it transfers all of one person's interest in the property to another.The deed transfers all claims the seller has to the property, if any. If the seller has no interest in the real estate, no interest is transferred.
A quitclaim deed affects ownership and the name on the deed, not the mortgage. Because quitclaim deeds expose the grantee to certain risks, they are most often used between family members and where there is no exchange of money.Quitclaim deeds transfer title but do not affect mortgages.
A quitclaim deed transfers title but makes no promises at all about the owner's title.A person who signs a quitclaim deed to transfer property they do not own results in no title at all being transferred since there is no actual ownership interest. The quitclaim deed only transfers the type of title you own.
To transfer property in Pennsylvania, you'll need to prepare and execute a deed and record it in the county where the property is located. If the transfer was in exchange for money, you'll have to pay transfer tax.
But you might be wondering if an owner can transfer a deed to another person without a real estate lawyer. The answer is yes. Parties to a transaction are always free to prepare their own deeds.A quitclaim deed, for example, is far simpler than a warranty deed.