Quitclaim Deed in Georgia

Georgia Requirements

• Must be signed by the grantor in the presence of two witnesses, one of whom must be a notary
• PT-61 Real Estate Transfer Tax form must accompany the deed
• Transfer tax: $1.00 per $1,000 of the value (state); no separate county transfer tax
• Must include a legal description of the property (lot and block or metes and bounds)
• Tax parcel identification number should be included

How to Complete This Form

1. 1Obtain a blank quitclaim deed form that complies with your state's requirements.
2. 2Enter the full legal name and address of the grantor (the person transferring the property).
3. 3Enter the full legal name and address of the grantee (the person receiving the property).
4. 4Include the complete legal description of the property (obtained from the current deed or county records).
5. 5Sign the deed in the presence of a notary public and any required witnesses.
6. 6File the deed with the county recorder's office along with any required transfer tax forms and fees.
7. 7Keep a copy of the recorded deed for your records.

Quitclaim Deed in Other States

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