Special Warranty Deed

SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED

State of Wyoming

Recording Requested By:
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When Recorded Return To:
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Property Address:
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SPACE ABOVE THIS LINE FOR RECORDER'S USE

DOCUMENT INFORMATION

SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED

Pursuant to Wyo. Stat. Ann. Section 34-2-136

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): _____________________________________________

Mailing Address:
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________

Marital Status:
☐ A single person
☐ A married person dealing with his/her sole and separate property
☐ Husband and wife
☐ An unmarried person
☐ A _________________ [entity type], a _________________ [state] _________________ [entity form]

Section 1.2 Grantee(s)

Name(s): _____________________________________________

Mailing Address (Required):
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________

Vesting:
☐ A single person
☐ Husband and wife, as tenants by the entirety (presumed for married couples)
☐ Husband and wife, as joint tenants with right of survivorship
☐ Husband and wife, as tenants in common
☐ An unmarried person
☐ As joint tenants with right of survivorship, and not as tenants in common
☐ As tenants in common
☐ A _________________ [entity type], a _________________ [state] _________________ [entity form]

Note: Under Wyoming law, tenancy by the entirety is only available to married couples and is the presumed vesting unless otherwise stated.

ARTICLE II: CONVEYANCE

Section 2.1 Granting Clause (Statutory Form per Wyo. Stat. Ann. 34-2-136)

[GRANTOR NAME], Grantor, of [CITY], County of [COUNTY], State of Wyoming, for the consideration of $_____________________ (____________________ Dollars) and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, does hereby GRANT, BARGAIN, SELL, AND CONVEY unto [GRANTEE NAME], Grantee, of [CITY], County of [COUNTY], State of [STATE], and to Grantee's heirs and assigns forever, all the following described real property situated in [COUNTY] County, State of Wyoming:

Section 2.2 Legal Description

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

Prior Deed Reference:
Being the same premises conveyed to Grantor by deed dated _________________, 20_____, and recorded in the Office of the County Clerk of _________________ County, Wyoming, as Reception No. _____________ (or in Book _______, Page _______).

also known by street and number as: _____________________________________________

Parcel ID Number: _____________________________________________

ARTICLE III: LIMITED WARRANTY COVENANTS

Section 3.1 Statutory Special Warranty (Wyo. Stat. Ann. 34-2-136, 34-2-137)

Pursuant to Wyo. Stat. Ann. Section 34-2-136 (statutory conveyance form) and Section 34-2-137, this Special Warranty Deed conveys the property with the warranty that the property is "free from all encumbrances made by that grantor."

Section 3.2 Effect of Special Warranty Deed

A special warranty deed conveys real property in fee simple to the Grantee and contains a covenant from the Grantor that:

(a) The property is free from all encumbrances made by the Grantor;

(b) The Grantor will warrant and defend the title against the lawful claims and demands of all persons claiming by, through, or under the Grantor, but against none other.

Section 3.3 Limitation of Warranty

NOTICE: This is a SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED. The warranties contained herein are LIMITED to claims arising by, through, or under the Grantor. This deed does NOT contain full warranty covenants. The Grantor does NOT warrant against defects, liens, encumbrances, or claims arising prior to Grantor's ownership of the property or from sources other than the Grantor.

Section 3.4 Statutory References

This conveyance is made pursuant to and in accordance with:

• Wyo. Stat. Ann. 34-2-136 (Statutory deed forms)
• Wyo. Stat. Ann. 34-2-137 (Covenants implied by word "grant")
• Wyo. Stat. Ann. 34-1-142 (Statement of Consideration)
• Wyo. Stat. Ann. 34-2-121 (Homestead release)

ARTICLE IV: EXCEPTIONS AND RESERVATIONS

Section 4.1 Subject To

This conveyance is made subject to:

(a) General taxes and assessments for the year 20_____ and subsequent years, not yet due and payable;

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

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

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

(e) Rights of parties in possession;

(f) Any rights reserved in prior instruments of record in oil, gas, coal, and other minerals;

(g) The following specific exceptions:

☐ None

☐ As set forth below:
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ARTICLE V: ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS

Section 5.1 Homestead Release (Wyo. Stat. Ann. 34-2-121)

If this property is or was the homestead of the Grantor:

☐ Not applicable - property is not a homestead
☐ Homestead release included below:

Every owner or occupant of a homestead must execute the deed to properly convey the homestead right. This deed contains the following required language:

"HEREBY RELEASING AND WAIVING ALL RIGHTS UNDER AND BY VIRTUE OF THE HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION LAWS OF THIS STATE."

This document is signed by the owner and spouse of the owner of the homestead as required by Wyo. Stat. 34-2-121.

Section 5.2 Statement of Consideration (Wyo. Stat. Ann. 34-1-142)

A completed Statement of Consideration form accompanies this deed as required by Wyoming law.

☐ Statement of Consideration is attached.

ARTICLE VI: EXECUTION

Section 6.1 Grantor's Signature

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Grantor(s) have executed this Special Warranty Deed on the date first written above, hereby releasing and waiving all rights under and by virtue of the homestead exemption laws of this state (if applicable).

GRANTOR(S):

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Signature

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Printed Name

Date: _____________________________________________

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Signature (Spouse, if homestead)

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Printed Name (Spouse)

Date: _____________________________________________

ARTICLE VII: ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Section 7.1 Wyoming Acknowledgment (Individual)

STATE OF WYOMING
COUNTY OF _________________

On this _____ day of _________________, 20_____, before me, a Notary Public in and for said State, personally appeared _____________________________________________, 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.

_____________________________________________
Notary Public

My Commission Expires: _____________________________________________

[NOTARIAL SEAL]

Section 7.2 Wyoming Acknowledgment (Entity)

STATE OF WYOMING
COUNTY OF _________________

On this _____ day of _________________, 20_____, before me, a Notary Public in and for said State, personally appeared _________________________, known to me to be the _________________________ [title] of _________________________ [entity name], and acknowledged to me that said entity executed the within instrument, and that he/she executed the same as the authorized act of said entity.

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

_____________________________________________
Notary Public

My Commission Expires: _____________________________________________

[NOTARIAL SEAL]

Section 7.3 Out-of-State Acknowledgment

STATE OF _________________
COUNTY OF _________________

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

_____________________________________________

known to me (or proved to me) to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged the execution thereof.

_____________________________________________
Notary Public

My Commission Expires: _____________________________________________

[NOTARIAL SEAL]

EXHIBITS

EXHIBIT A - LEGAL DESCRIPTION

Legal Description of Property:

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County of _________________, State of Wyoming

Parcel ID Number: _____________________________________________

STATEMENT OF CONSIDERATION (Wyo. Stat. Ann. 34-1-142)

This Statement of Consideration is required to be completed and filed with this deed.

Property Description: (See Exhibit A or attach separately)

_____________________________________________
Signature of Buyer or Buyer's Agent

Date: _____________________________________________

WYOMING RECORDING REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION

Recording Requirements

Recording Fees

Recording fees are set at the county level. Contact the specific county clerk's office for current fee schedules.

Transfer Tax

Wyoming does NOT charge a transfer tax or deed tax for real estate transfers.

This makes Wyoming one of the most affordable states for property transfers.

Required Accompanying Documents

1. Statement of Consideration - Required for all conveyances (Wyo. Stat. Ann. 34-1-142)
   - Names and addresses of parties
   - Date of sale and transfer
   - Full amount paid or to be paid
   - Terms of sale
   - Value of any non-real estate property included

Co-Ownership in Wyoming

• Tenancy in Common: Default for unmarried co-owners if no form specified
• Joint Tenancy with Right of Survivorship: Must be expressly stated
• Tenancy by the Entirety: Only for married couples; presumed vesting for married couples unless otherwise stated

Homestead Requirements (Wyo. Stat. Ann. 34-2-121)

• Every owner or occupant of a homestead must execute the deed
• Must include: "hereby releasing and waiving all rights under and by virtue of the homestead exemption laws of this state"
• Must be signed by the owner AND any spouse of the owner

Important Legal Notes

1. No Transfer Tax: Wyoming does not impose a state transfer tax or deed tax.

2. Statement of Consideration: Required for all conveyances and must include detailed sale information.

3. Statutory Forms: Special warranty deeds are statutory conveyances under Wyo. Stat. Ann. 34-2-136.

4. Tenancy by Entirety: Presumed for married couples in Wyoming unless otherwise stated.

5. Homestead: Both spouses must sign to release homestead rights.

6. Mineral Rights: Wyoming has significant mineral interests. Review prior instruments carefully for reserved mineral rights.

7. Title Insurance: Grantees should consider obtaining title insurance, especially given the limited warranty nature of this deed.

8. Legal Counsel: Consultation with a licensed Wyoming attorney is recommended.

PREPARED BY:

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Name

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Address

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Phone/Email

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