Kansas Warranty Deed from Corporation to Husband and Wife
What this document covers
The Warranty Deed from Corporation to Husband and Wife is a legal document that transfers property ownership from a corporation to a married couple. This deed not only conveys the property but also provides a warranty guaranteeing that the title is clear of any encumbrances. Unlike regular deeds, this form explicitly specifies that the transferred property comes with certain reservations, particularly regarding oil, gas, and mineral rights, making it essential for couples who seek to acquire real estate jointly while ensuring legal protections.
Form components explained
- Identification of the Grantor (the corporation) and Grantees (the husband and wife).
- Legal description of the property being transferred.
- Clauses specifying the exclusion of oil, gas, and mineral rights.
- Joint tenancy with rights of survivorship provision for the Grantees.
- Covenant from the Grantor assuring the clarity of the title.
When to use this form
This form is necessary when a corporation intends to transfer ownership of real estate to a married couple. It is commonly used during property transactions for couples who want to ensure both partners have equal rights to the property. Additionally, it is suitable for estate planning purposes, allowing for the surviving spouse to automatically inherit the property without going through probate.
Who needs this form
This form is intended for:
- Married couples receiving property from a corporation.
- Corporations looking to transfer real estate to individuals.
- Legal representatives of corporations engaged in property transactions.
Steps to complete this form
- Identify and fill in the names of the Grantor (corporation) and Grantees (husband and wife).
- Provide a complete legal description of the property being transferred.
- Include details related to any reservations, specifically the exclusion of oil, gas, and mineral rights.
- Specify the duration of ownership and rights of survivorship.
- Ensure all parties sign where indicated and have the document notarized if required.
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Common mistakes to avoid
- Failing to provide a complete legal description of the property.
- Not including the required reservations related to oil, gas, and minerals.
- Leaving out the signatures of the corporation representative and the Grantees.
- Not having the deed notarized where required by law.
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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.
A warranty deed guarantees that: The grantor is the rightful owner of the property and has the legal right to transfer the title.The title would withstand third-party claims to ownership of the property. The grantor will do anything to ensure the grantee's title to the property.
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 property deed, or house deed, is a legal document that transfers ownership of real estate from the grantor (seller) to the grantee (buyer). Property deeds are the legal tool of defining ownership. When a property or house is sold, the buyer and seller sign the deed to transfer ownership.
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.
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
Special warranties allow the transfer of property title between seller and buyer. The purchase of title insurance can mitigate the risk of prior claims to the special warranty deed.
