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What Is a Rhode Island Quitclaim Deed?

A Rhode Island quitclaim deed is a document that transfers the interest of property from the seller (the Grantor) to the buyer (Grantee). In contrast to a warranty deed, which provides a warranty or guarantees that the property has a clear title, a quitclaim offers no warranty and comes with no guarantee that the property has a free and clear title. Due to this factor of uncertainty, it is highly recommended that the buyer conduct a title search to ensure that there are no encumbrances on the property.

A quitclaim deed is typically used to transfer property between family members, such as from spouses who hold property as joint tenants to property that is held as separate property by one spouse only.

If you instead want to transfer ownership interests in a way that protects a new owner, you should instead use a different type of deed, such as a general warranty deed or a special warranty deed.  If you are unsure which type of property deed to use, you should seek legal advice.

Rhode Island Quitclaim Deed Laws

Rhode Island Quit Claim Deed Laws are codified at Rhode Island General Laws § 34-11-17.

Signing - According to Chapter 34-11, all quitclaim deeds in the state must be signed by the Grantor in the presence of a Notary Public (§ 34-11-1.1).

Recording - In the State of Rhode Island, land evidence records are not processed at the county-level. Instead, all deeds are processed at city/town-levels and should be submitted to your local city or town hall.

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How to Write a Rhode Island Quitclaim Deed

To write a Rhode Island quitclaim deed form, you will need to provide the following information:

  • Preparer's name and mailing address
  • Name and mailing address of the person to whom the recorded deed should be sent
  • County where the real property is located
  • Grantor's name and address
  • Grantee's name and address
  • The legal description of the property as described in the county's land records or on the title of the property
  • Grantor's signature
  • Notary public's signature and seal

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How to File a Rhode Island Quitclaim Deed

Once the quitclaim deed has been completed, signed, and notarized, it should be filed with the Rhode Island town clerk in the town or city where the property is located.

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