Deed & Related Real Property Forms

Types of Deeds


Grant Deed
Transfers ownership with implied warranties that the property is free of encumbrances.

Quitclaim Deed
Transfers any interest the grantor may have without warranties.

Warranty Deed
Provides guarantees about the title and ownership.

Interspousal Transfer Deed
Used to transfer property between spouses, often for tax or estate planning purposes.

Trust Transfer Deed
Transfers property into or out of a trust.

Related Documents


Preliminary Change of Ownership Report
A required form in California when recording deeds. It provides information about the property transfer tor tax purposes.

Local County Tax Certificate Affidavit
Depends on the California County.

Affidavit of Death of Joint Tenant
Used to transfer property to surviving joint tenants upon death of a joint tenant, without the need for probate.

Transfer Tax Exemption Statements
In California, transfer tax exemption statements are used across all counties when recording deeds or property transfers that qualify for exemptions under the California Revenue and Taxation Code. These exemptions apply to specific situations, such as transfers between spouses, gifts, or transfers into or out of a trust. Each county may have its own specific requirements or forms for documenting these exemptions.