Quitclaim Deed in North Carolina

North Carolina Requirements

• Must be signed by the grantor and acknowledged before a notary public or other authorized officer
• Excise tax (revenue stamps): $1 per $500 of consideration
• Must include a legal description of the property and the parcel identification number (PIN)
• Instrument must comply with formatting requirements (margins, paper size, return address)
• No transfer tax on deeds where consideration is $100 or less (gift or nominal consideration exempt)

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

Other Forms in North Carolina