Quitclaim Deeds
Andrew David Easler, Esq.
Published October 21, 2022
What Is the Purpose of a Quitclaim Deed?
It transfers whatever interest the owner has in real estate without any promise about the title. Common uses are family transfers, moves into a trust, and releasing a claim to settle a title question.
A quitclaim deed transfers whatever interest a person or entity has in real estate to another party. It is used when an owner wants to pass an interest without promising anything about the title or how much of the property the owner actually holds.
Common uses of a quitclaim deed include:
Adding a spouse to a title after marriage or removing one after divorce.
Transferring property to a family member or friend.
Moving property into or out of a trust.
Releasing a possible claim to settle a title question or property dispute.
Transferring property to a business or LLC.
The main advantage of a quitclaim deed is that it is a quick and simple way to transfer an interest. It does not give the protection of a warranty deed, in which the grantor promises good title and agrees to defend it against claims.
Florida quitclaim deeds need two witnesses and a notary and should be recorded with the county clerk. Simple name or legal description errors in an earlier deed are usually fixed with a corrective deed.
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