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This means that that a special warranty deed will not protect against any claims that may have occurred prior to the Grantor receiving the title. The two covenants commonly found in this type of deed are:&lt;\u002Fp&gt;&lt;ul&gt;  &lt;li&gt;that the seller has received the title; and&lt;\u002Fli&gt;  &lt;li&gt;that the property was not encumbered while the seller owned the property.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;&lt;\u002Ful&gt;&lt;p&gt;Every deed should be recorded with the appropriate local office, usually called the County Recorder&#39;s Office or County Clerk&#39;s Office. As every county has its own specific filing requirements, we recommend contacting your local office to see if it requires any supplemental forms, whether or not it has any special requirements you need to complete, and also if you need help writing a proper legal description.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Attaching a Legal Description&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;If you choose not to enter a legal description directly in your deed, you will need to locate and print a copy of the legal description to attach to your deed before recording it at our county office. You should be able to obtain the legal description of your property from the County Register or Recorder (often online). The legal description of your property may also be found on your land title, tax assessment information, or in your mortgage agreement.&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Why Does the Deed Show That $1.00 Was Paid?&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;  &lt;p&gt;In order for a contract to be enforceable, each party must give something of value. In a deed, the Grantor is giving the property to the Grantee. So if the Grantee is receiving a property for free, the deed still must say that the Grantor received $1.00 in order to be enforceable. In contract law, this is known as giving &quot;nominal consideration.&quot;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Final Steps&lt;\u002Fstrong&gt;&lt;\u002Fp&gt;&lt;ul&gt;  &lt;li&gt;Leave all margins blank. Our special warranty deed sets the margin default sizes at one inch, except for the top of the first page, which is three inches to give extra space for official use only. Your local office will inform you whether you need to vary these sizes somewhat.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;  &lt;li&gt;Do not staple multiple pages together unless your local office specifically permits it.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;  &lt;li&gt;All signatures on the document must be originals&amp;mdash;not copied, printed, or stamped.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;  &lt;li&gt;If the seller is conveying any part of the marital homestead, both spouses must sign.&lt;\u002Fli&gt;  &lt;li&gt;In most states, your special warranty deed will be considered effective and executed once it has been both signed by the Grantor(s) and also delivered to and accepted by the Grantee(s). Note: &lt;b&gt;the Grantee normally does not need to sign&lt;\u002Fb&gt;; however, in a few counties across the nation, the Grantee is also required to sign, especially in Kentucky. Be sure to ask your local office if you think this might apply to you or you can simply have the Grantee sign it below the Grantor&#39;s signature anyway, just to be safe. Although recording is not always required, it is highly recommended that you do record as soon as possible, because it will protect you from potential adverse claims to your title by other parties. 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There are three main types of deeds: General warranty deeds Special warranty deeds Quit claim deeds The...","\u002Fguides\u002F5-important-facts-about-quit-claim-deeds",[73,76],{"label":74,"link":75},"All Documents","\u002Flegal-documents",{"label":16,"link":77},"\u002Fcategories\u002Fproperty","payload",{"landerVariant":80,"headline":6,"headlineAccent":81,"subtitle":82,"legacySubtitleHtml":83,"checkmarkText":81,"desktopImage":84,"mobileImage":95,"desktopImageUrl":82,"mobileImageUrl":82,"ctaType":104,"ctaText":81,"ctaLink":81},"design-test-v3",null,"","A special warranty deed is used to transfer ownership of a property while assuring the purchaser that no liens or other title restrictions arose when the seller owned the property.",{"id":85,"alt":81,"updatedAt":86,"createdAt":87,"url":88,"thumbnailURL":81,"filename":89,"mimeType":90,"filesize":91,"width":92,"height":93,"focalX":94,"focalY":94},245,"2026-08-05T20:57:57.135Z","2026-08-05T20:57:57.048Z","https:\u002F\u002Fs3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\u002Fshared-cms-main-media.legalnature.com\u002FSpecial%20Deed%20Preview%20D","Special Deed Preview D","image\u002Fwebp",405952,1200,1448,50,{"id":96,"alt":81,"updatedAt":97,"createdAt":98,"url":99,"thumbnailURL":81,"filename":100,"mimeType":90,"filesize":101,"width":102,"height":103,"focalX":94,"focalY":94},246,"2026-08-05T20:58:11.938Z","2026-08-05T20:58:11.885Z","https:\u002F\u002Fs3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\u002Fshared-cms-main-media.legalnature.com\u002FSpecial%20Deed%20Preview%20M","Special Deed Preview M",43654,1134,690,"standard",[],[107,114,145,151,157,161,187,193,209,213,216,243],{"id":108,"content":81,"legacyHtml":109,"variant":110,"anchorId":81,"alignment":111,"ctaText":81,"ctaLink":81,"padding":81,"blockName":81,"blockType":112,"visibility":113},"6a15a26cf13133005943edb2","\u003Ch3>What is a special warranty deed?\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>A special warranty deed is a legal document used in real estate transactions to transfer property ownership from a seller (grantor) to a buyer (grantee) with limited guarantees about the property's title. Namely, the seller guarantees that the property was free from encumbrances or title defects only during their ownership period. This means the seller is responsible for resolving any issues that arose while they owned the property. 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These deeds can be more cost-effective compared to general warranty deeds, as they require less extensive title research and may reduce the need for comprehensive title insurance.&nbsp;\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Special warranty deeds offer a balance between providing some protection for buyers and limiting the seller's liability, making them suitable for specific situations where comprehensive warranties are not necessary or desired.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"hideOnMobile":81,"hideOnDesktop":81},{"id":162,"heading":163,"blockName":81,"items":164,"blockType":185,"visibility":186},"6a15a26cf13133005943edbe","Steps to create your special warranty deed",[165,169,173,177,181],{"id":166,"title":167,"description":81,"legacyHtml":168},"6a15a26cf13133005943edb9","Find the property's legal description","You should be able to obtain the legal description of your property from the County Register or Recorder (often online). The legal description of your property may also be found on your land title, tax assessment information, or in your mortgage agreement.",{"id":170,"title":171,"description":81,"legacyHtml":172},"6a15a26cf13133005943edba","Decide on a price","In order for a contract to be enforceable, each party must give something of value. If the buyer (i.e. the grantee) is receiving a property for free, the deed will say that the seller (i.e. the grantor) received one dollar ($1.00). In contract law, this is known as giving \"nominal consideration.\"",{"id":174,"title":175,"description":81,"legacyHtml":176},"6a15a26cf13133005943edbb","Complete our intuitive form online","Fill out our intuitive and state-specific form to create a legally sufficient special warranty deed to meet your needs.",{"id":178,"title":179,"description":81,"legacyHtml":180},"6a15a26cf13133005943edbc","Sign your special warranty deed","In most states, your special warranty deed will be considered effective and executed once it has been both signed by the grantor and also delivered to, and accepted by, the grantee. Some counties require that the grantee sign as well, but most do not.",{"id":182,"title":183,"description":81,"legacyHtml":184},"6a15a26cf13133005943edbd","File your special warranty deed","Although it is not always required, filing your special warranty deed is highly recommended. By recording your completed deed as soon as possible, you gain legal protection from potential adverse claims by other parties.","steps",{"hideOnMobile":81,"hideOnDesktop":81},{"id":188,"content":81,"legacyHtml":189,"variant":190,"anchorId":81,"alignment":111,"ctaText":191,"ctaLink":81,"padding":81,"blockName":81,"blockType":112,"visibility":192},"6a15a26cf13133005943edbf","\u003Ch3>Why create a special warranty deed?\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>Special warranty deeds provide clarity on the extent of the seller's guarantees, allowing buyers to assess risks and conduct due diligence more effectively. Buyers are protected against any claims or encumbrances that arose during the seller's ownership period, offering some assurance about the property's condition during that time. Buyers can make informed decisions about whether to accept the limited protection offered by a special warranty deed, potentially leading to more efficient transactions.\u003C\u002Fp>","highlight","Create Your Special Warranty Deed Today",{"hideOnMobile":81,"hideOnDesktop":81},{"id":194,"heading":195,"description":81,"legacyHtml":196,"image":197,"imageUrl":82,"layout":206,"blockName":81,"blockType":207,"visibility":208},"6a15a26cf13133005943edc0","Why choose LegalNature?","The professionals at LegalNature offer the expertise and guidance to navigate the nuances of creating a deed across all 50 states and the District of Columbia. LegalNature offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not happy, then we’re not happy. Give us a call and let us help.",{"id":198,"alt":81,"updatedAt":199,"createdAt":200,"url":201,"thumbnailURL":81,"filename":202,"mimeType":90,"filesize":203,"width":204,"height":205,"focalX":94,"focalY":94},218,"2026-07-29T18:21:40.238Z","2026-07-29T18:21:40.153Z","https:\u002F\u002Fs3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com\u002Fshared-cms-main-media.legalnature.com\u002FWhy%20Choose","Why Choose",204042,786,958,"image-right","media-content",{"hideOnMobile":81,"hideOnDesktop":81},{"id":210,"content":81,"legacyHtml":211,"variant":110,"anchorId":81,"alignment":111,"ctaText":81,"ctaLink":81,"padding":81,"blockName":81,"blockType":112,"visibility":212},"6a15a26cf13133005943edc1","\u003Ch3>Special Warranty Deed Guide\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\u003Cp>Property deeds are useful for quickly and easily transferring title to real estate to a new owner. LegalNature's property deed form allows you to draft the right deed for your needs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch4>Number of Grantors and Grantees\u003C\u002Fh4>\n\u003Cp>Remember, the grantor is the party that owns the property and is selling or transferring it to the grantee, or buyer. Grantors and grantees may be either individuals or business entities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch4>Grantor and Grantee Types\u003C\u002Fh4>\n\u003Cp>You will need to specify whether each grantor and grantee is a married individual, a non-married individual, a trustee, or a business.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If a party is receiving the property as a trustee, then the trustee should be named as the grantee, not the trust itself. The deed will state that the trustee is receiving the property on behalf of the trust. If there are multiple co-trustees, you may list the name of any one of the trustees. \u003Cbr>\u003Cbr>If a business is receiving the property, then you will name the business as the grantee and enter the name of the agent who will sign on behalf of the business. The agent should be someone with proper authority to sign binding contracts on the behalf of the business, such as an owner, executive, or manager.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch4>Grantee Ownership Type &ndash; Sole Owner or Co-Owner?\u003C\u002Fh4>\n\u003Cp>You will be asked whether the grantee or grantees are receiving title as sole owners or co-owners. You should select \"sole owner\" only if no other person will share ownership with the grantee after the deed is signed. Select \"co-owner\" if more than one person or business will share ownership of the property with the grantee after the deed is signed. This would be the case, for example, if the grantor is a tenant in common and is transferring his or her interest to the grantee. The other tenants in common would not necessarily join in the deed as grantors, since only the grantor is changing his or her interest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch4>Grantee's Property Interest\u003C\u002Fh4>\n\u003Cp>Here you should indicate what type of joint property interest the grantees are receiving. Depending on your state, you can choose between a tenancy in common, a joint tenancy, a tenancy by the entirety or community property interest, and a partnership.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch4>Tenancy in Common\u003C\u002Fh4>\n\u003Cp>A tenancy in common is a joint property interest in which each tenant (property owner) owns an undivided share in the whole property. Each tenant may transfer his or her interest without the need for the other tenants to join in the deed. When a tenant dies, his or her share passes according to their \u003Cspan style=\"color: #3598db;\">\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.legalnature.com\u002Fcategories\u002Festate-planning\u002Flast-will-and-testament\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: #3598db;\">will\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fspan> or under state intestacy law when no will exists. Multiple businesses sharing ownership often choose to own as tenants in common due to the simplicity and flexibility of these ownership interests.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch4>Joint Tenancy\u003C\u002Fh4>\n\u003Cp>A joint tenancy is the same but with a few important differences. First, each tenant owns an equal interest. So if there are four joint tenants, then each has a 1\u002F4 ownership interest in the property. Also, a joint tenant may not sell or transfer his or her interest without the consent of the other tenants. This means that all joint tenants must sign as grantors when transferring or changing ownership and must sign together as grantees when receiving ownership. Lastly, each tenant has the right of survivorship, so when a joint tenant dies, his or her interest automatically passes to the other joint tenants in equal shares.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch4>Tenancy by the Entirety\u003C\u002Fh4>\n\u003Cp>Tenancy by the entirety and community property interests are basically identical in nature and only differ in name. They are both similar to a joint tenancy but are for married couples. The same rules apply, including right of survivorship.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Ch4>Final Steps\u003C\u002Fh4>\n\u003Cp>Remember to record your deed with your local land title office, usually known as the County Recorder&rsquo;s Office or County Clerk&rsquo;s Office. Each county has its own unique filing requirements. Therefore, we recommend contacting your office by phone or email in order to verify that you have met their requirements.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Be sure not to write in the margins of the pages of your deed, as your office may need to write in these. Most counties want at least a three-inch margin at the top of the first page for official use, often to stamp the date recorded.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Do not staple the pages of your deed together.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>All signatures on the document must be originals&mdash;not copied, printed, or stamped.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>",{"hideOnMobile":81,"hideOnDesktop":81},{"id":214,"style":153,"size":154,"blockName":81,"blockType":155,"visibility":215},"6a15a26cf13133005943edc2",{"hideOnMobile":148,"hideOnDesktop":148},{"id":217,"heading":218,"background":219,"blockName":81,"items":220,"blockType":241,"visibility":242},"6a15a26cf13133005943edc8","Frequently Asked Questions","light-blue",[221,225,229,233,237],{"id":222,"question":223,"answer":81,"legacyHtml":224},"6a15a26cf13133005943edc3","What are the essential elements of a valid property deed?","\u003Cp>A valid property deed must be in writing, identify the parties involved, describe the property being transferred, include operative words of conveyance, be signed by the grantor, and be delivered and accepted by the grantee.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":226,"question":227,"answer":81,"legacyHtml":228},"6a15a26cf13133005943edc4","Does a deed need to be notarized and filed?","\u003Cp>Yes, a deed will usually need to be notarized and filed in the public records, also called recording the deed. The deed may also need to be witnessed in accordance with your specific state law.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":230,"question":231,"answer":81,"legacyHtml":232},"6a15a26cf13133005943edc5","How does a property deed affect property taxes?","\u003Cp>A change in ownership through a property deed can trigger a reassessment of the property's value, potentially affecting property taxes.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":234,"question":235,"answer":81,"legacyHtml":236},"6a15a26cf13133005943edc6","What is a property legal description?","\u003Cp>A property's legal description is a detailed and precise way of identifying and locating a parcel of real estate. It serves as a unique identifier for the property, distinguishing it from all others, and often identifying the property boundaries. Legal descriptions can be found in documents such as deeds, title commitments, surveys, and property tax statements. They are also often readily available online at your county's property appraiser web page.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"id":238,"question":239,"answer":81,"legacyHtml":240},"6a15a26cf13133005943edc7","What happens with title disputes from before the seller's ownership?","\u003Cp>The buyer (grantee) assumes responsibility for any title defects or claims that predated the seller's ownership. This means the buyer must address these issues independently, often through title insurance or legal action. 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