[FL] Which deed do I use to transfer title from a trust?
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Okay, either a general warranty deed or a quitclaim deed would transfer legal ownership of the property out of the trust. If she set up the trust or knows who set up the trust then a quitclaim deed is the simplest type of deed because there isn't any question about the history of the property. If she doesn't know the history of the property or who set up the trust then it is best to get a general warranty deed because that guarantees that the trust is transferring clear title to her without any other person or entity having any claim to the property.
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My sister needs a Transfer Title from a Trust in Florida. I am the trustee. Should she use the General Warranty Deed Form or the Quitclaim form?
I understand that navigating trust and title transfers can be complex. Have you already reviewed the terms of the trust regarding the transfer of the title?
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Is there a specific reason your sister is considering either the General Warranty Deed or Quitclaim form for this transfer?
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Is there anything else the Estate Lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured they’ll be able to help with title transfer.
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Hello and welcome to the site! My name is Barrister and I am a licensed attorney and I am here to help with your situation. I know your question is important, but there may be a short delay in my responses as I type out an answer or reply as I am typically working with several customers at once on the website. I have read your post and I am sorry to hear you are having to deal with this situation as I realize it can be frustrating and confusing.
Can you tell me who is the maker of the trust? Your sister?
An attorney made the trust for our mom.
Okay, either a general warranty deed or a quitclaim deed would transfer legal ownership of the property out of the trust. If she set up the trust or knows who set up the trust then a quitclaim deed is the simplest type of deed because there isn't any question about the history of the property. If she doesn't know the history of the property or who set up the trust then it is best to get a general warranty deed because that guarantees that the trust is transferring clear title to her without any other person or entity having any claim to the property.
If this were a family situation, you would already know about the history of the property, so a quitclaim deed would be the simplest way to transfer the property out of the trust to your sister directly.
