10 Questions
Who must sign a deed to make it valid?
The grantor and all parties who will be bound by the transfer
What happens if a grantor's signature on a deed is forged?
The deed becomes void
In the case of corporate property, who generally signs the deed to transfer title?
An authorized corporate officer
When may a grantor make their mark instead of signing their name on a deed?
When they are illiterate or disabled
What is required for an attorney in fact to sign a deed on behalf of a grantor?
Description of the property being conveyed in the power of attorney
If a necessary signature is missing on a deed, what is the status of the deed?
The deed is invalid
When conveying community property, whose signatures are required on the deed?
Both spouses' signatures are required
What defines a competent grantor in terms of signing a deed?
'Sound mind' and age of majority (18 years)
What can a grantor do if they are unable to sign their name on a deed?
'Make their mark' with witness signatures
Which document authorizes another party to act on behalf of a grantor in signing a deed?
Power of attorney
Learn about quitclaim deeds, their characteristics, and how they can be used to cure clouds on title. Explore the concept of clouds on title and how quitclaim deeds are often utilized in real estate transactions.
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