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Warranty Deed in North Carolina

Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: April 2026

North Carolina Requirements

  • Notarial acknowledgment using the North Carolina form
  • Excise tax of $2 per $1,000 of consideration paid before recording
  • Parcel identifier number (PIN) and prior deed reference recommended on the face
  • Drafter's name (attorney or party) must appear at the top of the document
  • Any mortgage release must be recorded so chain of title remains clear
Filing Location

Register of Deeds in the county of the property

Filing Fee

$26 first 15 pages + $4 each additional page + $1/$500 excise tax

Statute Reference

N.C. Gen. Stat. § 47H (form & disclosures) and § 105-228.30 (excise tax)

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.

Download Form Template

Download a template for the Warranty Deed customized with North Carolina-specific requirements and instructions.

Warranty Deed in Other States

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Other Forms in North Carolina

Quitclaim DeedPower of AttorneyLast Will and TestamentLiving Will / Advance DirectiveLLC Operating AgreementResidential Lease AgreementEviction NoticeSmall Claims Court ComplaintDivorce PetitionName Change PetitionBill of SalePrenuptial AgreementRental ApplicationDemand LetterAffidavit of ServicePromissory NoteNon-Disclosure AgreementNon-Compete AgreementChild Support Modification Petition

When to Talk to a Lawyer

  • Your situation involves complex legal issues or significant financial consequences.
  • You are unsure whether the form meets your state's specific requirements.

This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.