This is a generic example only.
Quitclaim deed wording and formatting can vary by state and county. Always use the correct requirements for the state where the property is located.
Generic Filled-Out Quitclaim Deed Example
The sample below shows the type of information commonly included in a quitclaim deed.
John A. Smith
123 Main Street
Phoenix, AZ 85001
Mary L. Smith
456 Oak Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85002
John A. Smith, an unmarried man
Mary L. Smith, an unmarried woman
Ten Dollars ($10.00) and other good and valuable consideration
Lot 12, Block 4, Desert View Estates, according to Book 45 of Maps, Page 22, records of the county recorder.
_______________________________
John A. Smith
State of ____________
County of ____________
Acknowledged before me on this ____ day of ____________, 20____.
_______________________________
Notary Public
This sample is for educational layout purposes only. It is not a completed legal document and should not be recorded.
What Each Section Means
Prepared By
This usually identifies the person who prepared the deed.
Return To
This tells the recorder where to return the recorded deed after filing.
Grantor
The grantor is the current owner transferring their interest in the property.
Grantee
The grantee is the person receiving the property interest.
Legal Description
The legal description should come from the current deed or official property records. A street address alone is usually not enough.
Signature and Notary
The grantor usually signs the deed before a notary or follows the signing rules required by the state where the property is located.
Before You Use a Quitclaim Deed
- Check the rules for the state where the property is located.
- Use the correct legal description.
- Verify signing, witness, and notarization requirements.
- Record the deed with the correct county or recording office.
- Keep a copy of the recorded deed for your records.
Find State-Specific Instructions
Because quitclaim deed requirements vary by state, start with the state where the property is located.