Washington Warranty Deed from Individual to Corporation
Overview of this form
The Warranty Deed from Individual to Corporation is a legal document used to transfer ownership of real property from an individual (the grantor) to a corporation (the grantee). This form ensures that the individual conveys full title to the property while reserving certain rights, such as mineral rights. Unlike a quitclaim deed, a warranty deed guarantees that the grantor holds a clear title to the property and provides a warranty against future claims or encumbrances.
Main sections of this form
- Description of the property being conveyed.
- Identification of the grantor (individual) and grantee (corporation).
- Reservation of rights for oil, gas, and minerals.
- Legal covenants guaranteeing the title to the property.
- Provisions for property tax prorations.
- Signature lines for the grantor and acknowledgment by a notary public.
When this form is needed
This form is typically used when an individual wants to legally transfer ownership of real estate to a corporation. Situations may include business acquisitions of property, asset transfers in corporate restructuring, or when an individual is investing in a corporation that requires property ownership. Using this warranty deed ensures that the corporation receives a clear title to the property with protections against future claims.
Who can use this document
- Individuals seeking to transfer real estate to a corporation.
- Business owners involved in property transactions.
- Real estate agents or legal representatives facilitating such transfers.
- Investors looking to formalize property ownership under a corporate entity.
Instructions for completing this form
- Identify the parties involved: enter the names of the grantor (individual) and the grantee (corporation).
- Clearly describe the property being conveyed, including any identifying details or parcel numbers.
- Specify any rights or interests being reserved, such as oil and mineral rights.
- Fill in the details regarding property taxes for the current tax year.
- Have the grantor sign the document in the presence of a notary public.
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Common mistakes to avoid
- Failing to provide a complete property description.
- Not including reservation clauses for mineral rights when applicable.
- Omitting the grantor's signature or not having it notarized.
- Leaving out the tax prorations agreements or failing to specify details.
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FAQ
Typically, the lender will provide you with a copy of the deed of trust after the closing. The original warranty deeds are often mailed to the grantee after they are recorded. These are your original copies and should be kept in a safe place, such as a fireproof lockbox or a safe deposit box at a financial institution.
The mortgage company usually prepares this deed as part of the loan package and delivers it to the title company for you to sign at closing. The title company is commonly the trustee to the deed and holds legal title to the property until the loan gets fully repaid.
The original deed is returned to the owner of the property from the office of the recorder after proper entry. The office of the Recorder of Deeds maintains a set of indexes about each deed recorded, for an easy search. Almost all states have a grantor-grantee index including a reference to all documents recorded.
After your Warranty Deed has been recorded at the County Clerk's Office, it can be sent to the grantee. However, any person or corporation can be designated as the recipient of the recorded Warranty Deed.
A Washington special warranty deed form conveys Washington real estate from the current owner (grantor) to a new owner (grantee) with a warranty of title that is limited to the period that the grantor owned the property.It has no legislative origin and is not explicitly recognized in the Washington statutes.
A special warranty deed to real estate offers protection to the buyer through the seller's guarantee that the title has been free and clear of encumbrances during their ownership of the property. It does not guarantee clear title beyond their ownership.
It's important to note that a warranty deed does not actually prove the grantor has ownership (a title search is the best way to prove that), but it is a promise by the grantor that they are transferring ownership and if it turns out they don't actually own the property, the grantor will be responsible for compensating
Corporate warranty deeds offer the seller's guarantee to the buyer in regards to the validity of the chain of title. Generally, special warranty deeds only protect against problems occurring since the seller purchased the property.
A statutory warranty deed is different from a warranty deed because it is a shorter form made available through your state's statutes and it may not outright list the promise that the title is guaranteed to be clear. Instead, because it is a statutory form, this guarantee is implied and is still legally enforceable.
