WARRANTY DEED

Ultimate Protection for Real Estate Transactions

A Warranty Deed is a legal document used in real estate transactions to transfer ownership of property from a grantor (seller) to a grantee (buyer). This deed guarantees that the grantor holds clear title to the property and has the right to sell it, protecting the buyer from claims or encumbrances. Notarization of the grantor’s signature is required for the deed to be legally valid and recordable.

Key Features of a Warranty Deed

1. Grantor and Grantee Identification:The full legal names of the parties involved.
   
2. Legal Description of the Property:A precise description of the property being transferred, including lot, block, and parcel numbers.
   
3. Warranty Clauses:Assurance that the property is free from undisclosed encumbrances or claims.
   
4. Grantor’s Signature:The deed must be signed by the grantor in the presence of a notary.
   

Steps for Notarizing a Warranty Deed

1. Verify Identity:Confirm the grantor’s identity with valid government-issued photo identification.
   
2. Review the Document:Ensure the Warranty Deed is fully prepared, including all required details. Do not provide legal advice or alter the document.
   
3. Witness the Signing:The grantor must sign the document in the presence of the notary public.
   
4. Complete the Notarial Acknowledgment:Fill out the acknowledgment certificate with the notary’s signature, seal, and other required details.
   
5. Advise on Recording:Inform the grantee that the deed must be recorded with the county recorder’s office to finalize the property transfer.
   

Why is Notarization Necessary for a Warranty Deed?

• Legal Validity: Makes the document enforceable in legal contexts.
• Fraud Prevention: Ensures the signature is genuine and voluntary.
• Recording Requirement: Most counties require notarization before the deed can be recorded.

Important Notes:

• Witness Requirements: Some jurisdictions may require additional witnesses for the notarization of Warranty Deeds. Confirm local laws.
• Legal Advice: Refer parties to a real estate attorney for questions about the terms or implications of the deed.
  

Pricing:

• Flat Fee: $10.00 per notarial act
• State-Regulated Mileage Fee: $67.0 cents per mile (round trip)
• East Valley & Pinal Counties: Standard rates apply, except Apache Junction, which incurs an additional $10 fee.
• Parking Fees: Passed on to the client for downtown courthouse locations.

Flexible Service Hours:

• Additional fees may apply during Federal Holidays, after 10 PM, and on weekends. A nominal fee of $25.00 per 15 minutes will be charged for wait times if we are delayed.