How to Notarize a Quitclaim Deed Online
A quitclaim deed must be notarized and recorded to transfer property ownership. Learn the requirements and how to get your deed notarized online.
Transferring property to a family member or settling a divorce? Get your quitclaim deed notarized online today.
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At a glance
- Notarization required: Yes
- Witnesses required: Yes — check your state requirements
What Is a Quitclaim Deed?
A quitclaim deed is a legal document that transfers a person's ownership interest in a property to another person, without any guarantee of clear title. The grantor (seller or transferor) transfers whatever rights they have — nothing more.
Quitclaim deeds are most commonly used:
- Between family members (parent to child, sibling to sibling)
- In divorce settlements to remove one spouse from the title
- To add a spouse or partner to property ownership
- To correct errors in an existing deed
- To transfer property into a trust
Notarization and Recording Requirements
Every state requires notarization of a quitclaim deed for it to be legally recorded. Many states additionally require witnesses. After notarization, the deed must be submitted to the county recorder's office in the county where the property is located.
Recording fees vary by county, typically ranging from $10 to $50. Some counties charge per page.
Transfer taxes may apply in some states. Check with your county assessor or a real estate attorney.
Online Notarization for Deeds
Most county recorders accept remotely notarized deeds. Before scheduling, verify acceptance with your specific county. If the county accepts RON, the process is straightforward — both grantor and grantee (if both are signing) can appear via separate video sessions.
After notarization, print the document and record it in person at the county recorder's office, or use a mail-in recording service if your county offers it.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does a quitclaim deed need to be notarized?
- Yes. All states require a quitclaim deed to be notarized before it can be recorded with the county recorder's office. An unnotarized deed cannot be recorded and does not legally transfer ownership.
- Do I need witnesses for a quitclaim deed?
- Many states require one or two witnesses in addition to notarization for real estate deeds. Florida and Georgia require two witnesses. Check your county recorder's requirements before scheduling your notarization.
- Can a quitclaim deed be notarized online?
- Yes, with an important caveat: verify that your county recorder accepts remotely notarized deeds before proceeding. Most do, but a handful of counties in a few states still require in-person notarization for recordable real estate instruments.
- What is the difference between a quitclaim deed and a warranty deed?
- A quitclaim deed transfers only whatever ownership interest the grantor currently has — with no guarantees. A warranty deed guarantees clear title and protects the buyer against prior ownership claims. Quitclaim deeds are common between family members and in divorce settlements.
- Do I need to record the deed after notarization?
- Yes. Notarization alone does not transfer ownership — the deed must be recorded with the county recorder or register of deeds in the county where the property is located. There is a recording fee (typically $10–$50).
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