**QUITCLAIM DEED
(State of Texas)**
[// GUIDANCE: This template is drafted for conveyances of real property located in the State of Texas. It incorporates Texas‐specific recording, acknowledgment, and transfer‐tax requirements, and intentionally omits warranties in accordance with the “no_warranties” mandate. Replace every bracketed placeholder before use and confirm county‐level formatting rules (margins, font size, paper size) prior to recording.]
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Document Header
- Definitions
- Operative Provisions
- Representations & Warranties
- Covenants & Restrictions
- Default & Remedies
- Risk Allocation
- Dispute Resolution
- General Provisions
- Execution & Acknowledgment
1. DOCUMENT HEADER
After Recording, Return To:
[NAME / FIRM]
[ADDRESS]
[EMAIL / PHONE (optional)]
Prepared By:
[NAME / FIRM]
[ADDRESS]
Recording Jurisdiction:
[COUNTY], Texas
Property Address (if any):
[STREET ADDRESS OR “N/A”]
Effective Date: [MONTH] [DAY], [YEAR]
2. DEFINITIONS
For purposes of this Quitclaim Deed (this “Deed”), the following terms have the meanings set forth below:
“Grantor” means [FULL LEGAL NAME OF GRANTOR], [marital status], whose mailing address is [ADDRESS].
“Grantee” means [FULL LEGAL NAME OF GRANTEE], [marital status / type of entity], whose mailing address is [ADDRESS].
“Property” means the real property situated in [COUNTY] County, Texas, more particularly described on Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, together with all improvements, fixtures, hereditaments, and appurtenances thereon or pertaining thereto.
“Consideration” means [Dollar Amount in Words and Numbers] and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged.
3. OPERATIVE PROVISIONS
3.1 Conveyance. Grantor, for the Consideration and subject to the matters set forth herein, hereby QUITCLAIMS, SELLS, CONVEYS, AND TRANSFERS unto Grantee all of Grantor’s right, title, and interest, if any, in and to the Property.
3.2 Habendum. TO HAVE AND TO HOLD the Property unto Grantee and Grantee’s heirs, successors, and assigns FOREVER, WITHOUT ANY COVENANT OR WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
3.3 Conditions Precedent/Subsequent. None, except as may arise under Section 5 (Covenants & Restrictions).
3.4 Delivery. Delivery and acceptance of this Deed occur upon the date it is both (a) executed by Grantor and (b) delivered to Grantee, whether or not recorded.
4. REPRESENTATIONS & WARRANTIES
4.1 No Warranties. This conveyance is made AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH ALL FAULTS, and Grantor expressly DISCLAIMS any and all warranties of title (statutory or otherwise), merchantability, habitability, fitness for a particular purpose, or any other warranty whatsoever, whether express, implied, or arising by operation of law.
4.2 Grantor Capacity. Grantor represents that Grantor has full right, power, and authority to execute and deliver this Deed. [// GUIDANCE: If Grantor is an entity, insert corporate authority language and attach resolutions or certificates as needed.]
4.3 Survival. The limited representations in Section 4.2 survive delivery of this Deed; all other representations merge into the Deed at closing.
5. COVENANTS & RESTRICTIONS
5.1 Existing Encumbrances. The Property is conveyed subject to (a) all matters of record, (b) taxes and assessments not yet due and payable, and (c) any rights of parties in possession.
5.2 Further Assurances. At Grantee’s written request and expense, Grantor shall execute such additional instruments reasonably necessary to effectuate this conveyance, without increasing Grantor’s liability.
6. DEFAULT & REMEDIES
6.1 Events of Default. Because this instrument effects an immediate conveyance, traditional “default” is unlikely. However, a breach of Section 4.2 or 5.2 constitutes a default.
6.2 Remedies. Grantee’s sole and exclusive remedy for a default under Section 6.1 is specific performance or injunctive relief compelling execution of further assurances; monetary damages are excluded.
7. RISK ALLOCATION
7.1 Indemnification. None (per metadata instruction).
7.2 Limitation of Liability. Grantor’s aggregate liability under this Deed is limited to the Consideration actually received by Grantor.
7.3 Insurance. [// GUIDANCE: Insert title insurance requirements here if desired.]
7.4 Force Majeure. Not applicable to a completed conveyance.
8. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
8.1 Governing Law. This Deed is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to conflict-of-laws principles.
8.2 Forum Selection. The parties consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state courts located in [COUNTY] County, Texas for any dispute arising under or related to this Deed.
8.3 Arbitration. Excluded.
8.4 Jury Waiver. None (per metadata instruction).
8.5 Injunctive Relief. Only the limited injunctive relief expressly authorized in Section 6.2 is available.
9. GENERAL PROVISIONS
9.1 Entire Agreement. This Deed constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements, oral or written.
9.2 Amendments; Waivers. No amendment or waiver is effective unless in a written instrument executed by the party against whom enforcement is sought and recorded (if required).
9.3 Assignment. Grantee may freely assign its interest; Grantor may not assign its obligations hereunder without Grantee’s written consent.
9.4 Successors & Assigns. This Deed binds and inures to the benefit of the parties and their respective heirs, successors, and assigns.
9.5 Severability. If any provision of this Deed is held invalid, the remaining provisions remain in full force.
9.6 Counterparts; Electronic Signatures. This Deed may be executed in counterparts, each of which is deemed an original, and may be executed and delivered electronically to the fullest extent permitted by Tex. Bus. & Com. Code Ann. § 322.007.
10. EXECUTION & ACKNOWLEDGMENT
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Grantor has executed this Quitclaim Deed effective as of the Effective Date first above written.
GRANTOR:
[NAME OF GRANTOR]
GRANTEE (acknowledgment of acceptance recommended but not required):
[NAME OF GRANTEE]
TEXAS NOTARIAL ACKNOWLEDGMENT – INDIVIDUAL
[// GUIDANCE: If Grantor is an entity, substitute the entity acknowledgment form under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 121.001(b).]
State of Texas )
County of ______)
This instrument was acknowledged before me on the ___ day of _, 20, by [NAME OF GRANTOR].
Notary Public, State of Texas
My Commission Expires: ____
EXHIBIT A – LEGAL DESCRIPTION
[// GUIDANCE: Insert metes-and-bounds or lot-and-block description verbatim. Do not abbreviate or paraphrase.]
RECORDING & TAX NOTES
- Recording Eligibility: The original, properly executed Deed with a completed acknowledgment is eligible for recording under Tex. Prop. Code Ann. § 11.001.
- Formatting: Most Texas counties require a minimum 1-inch margin on all sides and a 3-by-5-inch space at the top right of the first page for clerk’s use.
- Transfer Taxes: Texas imposes no state-level real estate transfer tax; however, county recording fees apply. Confirm current fee schedules with the county clerk.
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