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What is a Deed?

A deed is a document that transfers ownership in real estate.  It is also referred to as a title.  A deed involves a grantor and a receiver (grantee).  In normal language, a deed involves a seller (grantor) and a buyer (grantee) for voluntary transfers.

A deed is different than a mortgage.  A mortgage is a legal document that a buyer/grantee gives to a lender as a promise to pay back the money he/she has borrowed.  The grantee is referred to as the mortgagor and the bank or lending institute is referred to as the mortgagee (the one who receive the mortgage).  A mortgage creates a lien on a property until it is paid.

Some important things to remember about deeds:

  • All deeds must be in writing to be enforceable in court.
  • All deeds convey title to real property.
  • All deeds must have a seller (grantor) and buyer (grantee).  The grantor must be able to enter into legal contracts. 
  • All deeds must have a proper legal description.
  • All deeds must be executed or signed by all grantors.
  • A deed should be recorded to establish legal notice; however, it is still valid if not recorded.
  • A deed must be accepted by a grantee to be valid.

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