SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED

State of Arizona

Recording Requested By:
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When Recorded Mail To:
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Mail Tax Statements To:
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SPACE ABOVE THIS LINE FOR RECORDER'S USE

DOCUMENT INFORMATION

SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED

KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS:

This Special Warranty Deed is made and entered into this _____ day of _________________, 20_____.

ARTICLE I: PARTIES

Section 1.1 Grantor(s)

Name(s): _____________________________________________

Marital Status:
☐ A single person
☐ A married person, as sole and separate property
☐ Married persons, as community property
☐ Married persons, as community property with right of survivorship
☐ Married persons, as joint tenants with right of survivorship
☐ An unmarried person
☐ A _________________ [entity type], a _________________ [state] _________________ [entity form]

Address: _____________________________________________
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Section 1.2 Grantee(s)

Name(s): _____________________________________________

Vesting:
☐ A single person
☐ A married person, as sole and separate property
☐ Married persons, as community property
☐ Married persons, as community property with right of survivorship
☐ Married persons, as joint tenants with right of survivorship
☐ An unmarried person
☐ Tenants in common
☐ A _________________ [entity type], a _________________ [state] _________________ [entity form]

Mailing Address (Required per A.R.S. § 11-480):
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ARTICLE II: CONVEYANCE

Section 2.1 Granting Clause

For and in consideration of the sum of $_____________________ (____________________ Dollars) and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, GRANTOR does hereby GRANT AND CONVEY unto GRANTEE, and GRANTEE's heirs, successors, and assigns forever, all of the following described real property situated in _________________ County, State of Arizona:

Section 2.2 Legal Description

See Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

Together with all and singular the tenements, hereditaments, and appurtenances thereto belonging or in anywise appertaining, and the reversion and reversions, remainder and remainders, rents, issues, and profits thereof.

Property Address (if applicable): _____________________________________________

Assessor's Parcel Number: _____________________________________________

ARTICLE III: LIMITED WARRANTY COVENANTS

Section 3.1 Special Warranty

Pursuant to A.R.S. § 33-435, by the use of the words "grant" and "convey" in this deed, the following covenants are implied on the part of the Grantor, and the Grantor hereby specially warrants:

(a) Covenant Against Prior Conveyances: That previous to the time of execution of this conveyance, the Grantor has not conveyed the same estate or any right, title, or interest therein to any person other than the Grantee; and

(b) Covenant Against Encumbrances: That at the time of execution of this conveyance, the estate is free from encumbrances done, made, or suffered by the Grantor, or any person claiming under the Grantor.

Section 3.2 Limitation of Warranty

NOTICE: This is a SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED. The Grantor warrants and will defend the title only against the lawful claims and demands of all persons claiming by, through, or under the Grantor, but not otherwise. This deed does NOT contain full warranty covenants and does NOT warrant against defects in title arising prior to the Grantor's period of ownership.

Section 3.3 Statutory Effect

This conveyance is made pursuant to and in accordance with the laws of the State of Arizona, including but not limited to:
- A.R.S. § 33-401 (Requirements for valid conveyance)
- A.R.S. § 33-402 (Statutory deed forms)
- A.R.S. § 33-411 (Effect of recording)
- A.R.S. § 33-412 (Effect of failure to record)
- A.R.S. § 33-435 (Implied covenants from "grant" and "convey")

ARTICLE IV: EXCEPTIONS AND RESERVATIONS

Section 4.1 Subject To

This conveyance is made subject to the following:

(a) Real property taxes and assessments for the current and subsequent years, not yet due and payable;

(b) All applicable zoning ordinances, building codes, and governmental regulations;

(c) All covenants, conditions, restrictions, reservations, rights, rights-of-way, and easements of record;

(d) All matters that would be disclosed by an accurate survey and inspection of the property;

(e) All matters that would be disclosed by inquiry of parties in possession;

(f) The following specific exceptions:

☐ None

☐ As set forth below:
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ARTICLE V: ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS

Section 5.1 After-Acquired Title

If Grantor hereafter acquires any title or claim to the property described herein, such after-acquired title shall pass to Grantee by operation of law (A.R.S. § 33-438).

Section 5.2 Community Property Disclaimer

☐ If applicable: The undersigned spouse of Grantor joins in this deed for the purpose of releasing and relinquishing any community property interest, but is not a grantor hereunder.

ARTICLE VI: EXECUTION

Section 6.1 Grantor's Signature

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Grantor(s) have executed this Special Warranty Deed as of the date first written above.

GRANTOR(S):

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Signature

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Printed Name

Date: _____________________________________________

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Signature

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Printed Name

Date: _____________________________________________

Spouse (if joining for community property release):

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Signature

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Printed Name

Date: _____________________________________________

ARTICLE VII: ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Section 7.1 Arizona Acknowledgment (Individual)

STATE OF ARIZONA
COUNTY OF _________________

On this _____ day of _________________, 20_____, before me, the undersigned Notary Public, personally appeared:

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☐ personally known to me, OR
☐ proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence

to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument, and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument, the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument.

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

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Notary Public Signature

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Printed Name of Notary

My Commission Expires: _____________________________________________

[NOTARIAL SEAL]

Section 7.2 Arizona Acknowledgment (Entity)

STATE OF ARIZONA
COUNTY OF _________________

On this _____ day of _________________, 20_____, before me, the undersigned Notary Public, personally appeared:

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as _________________________ [title] of _________________________ [entity name],

☐ personally known to me, OR
☐ proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence

to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument, and acknowledged to me that he/she executed the same in his/her authorized capacity as the duly authorized representative of said entity, and that by his/her signature on the instrument, the entity upon behalf of which the person acted, executed the instrument.

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

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Notary Public Signature

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Printed Name of Notary

My Commission Expires: _____________________________________________

[NOTARIAL SEAL]

Section 7.3 Out-of-State Acknowledgment

STATE OF _________________
COUNTY OF _________________

On this _____ day of _________________, 20_____, before me, the undersigned Notary Public (or other officer authorized to take acknowledgments pursuant to A.R.S. § 33-501), personally appeared:

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☐ personally known to me, OR
☐ proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence

to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument, and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies).

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

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Notary Public Signature

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Printed Name of Notary

My Commission Expires: _____________________________________________

[NOTARIAL SEAL]

EXHIBITS

EXHIBIT A - LEGAL DESCRIPTION

Legal Description of Property:

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Source of Title: Book _______, Page _______, or Document No. _______________, Official Records of _________________ County, Arizona.

ARIZONA RECORDING REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION

Recording Requirements

Recording Fees (Vary by County)

Note: Recording fees vary by county. Contact the specific county recorder's office for current fee schedules.

Arizona Transfer Taxes

Arizona does not impose a state-level real estate transfer tax. Some Arizona cities may impose local transfer taxes. Verify with local jurisdictions.

Document Format Requirements

• Paper size: 8.5" x 11" or 8.5" x 14"
• Margins: Minimum 1" on all sides; 3" top margin on first page for recording information
• Ink: Black ink recommended
• Font: Legible, minimum 10-point
• Original signatures required

Important Legal Notes

1. Constructive Notice: Recording provides constructive notice to subsequent purchasers and encumbrancers (A.R.S. § 33-411).

2. Priority: An unrecorded deed is valid between the parties but subordinate to subsequent bona fide purchasers without notice (A.R.S. § 33-412).

3. Title Insurance: Grantees should consider obtaining title insurance for additional protection beyond the limited warranty provided by this deed.

4. Legal Counsel: This deed involves complex legal rights. Consultation with a licensed Arizona attorney is recommended.

PREPARED BY:

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Name

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Address

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Phone/Email

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Arizona Bar Number (if applicable)

This template is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult with a licensed Arizona attorney before using this form.