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Adair County Special Warranty Deed Form

Adair County Special Warranty Deed Form

Adair County Special Warranty Deed Form

Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Document Last Validated 7/25/2025
Adair County Special Warranty Deed Guide

Adair County Special Warranty Deed Guide

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Document Last Validated 7/2/2025
Adair County Completed Example of the Special Warranty Deed Document

Adair County Completed Example of the Special Warranty Deed Document

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Document Last Validated 6/26/2025

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Important: Your property must be located in Adair County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Adair County Recorder
Address:
400 Public Sq, Suite 6
Greenfield, Iowa 50849

Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F

Phone: (641) 743-2411

Recording Tips for Adair County:
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
  • Ask for certified copies if you need them for other transactions

Cities and Jurisdictions in Adair County

Properties in any of these areas use Adair County forms:

  • Adair
  • Bridgewater
  • Fontanelle
  • Greenfield
  • Orient

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Adair County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Adair County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.

Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Adair County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Adair County including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Adair County you only need to order once.

What do I need to use these forms?

The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.

Are there any recurring fees?

No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.

How much does it cost to record in Adair County?

Recording fees in Adair County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (641) 743-2411 for current fees.

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A special warranty deed is a legal document used to transfer, or convey, rights in real property from a grantor (seller) to a grantee (buyer). This type of deed provides more liability protection for the grantor, and less protection for the buyer. In a special warranty deed, the grantor warrants against defects in the title during his or her ownership, and that he or she is authorized to sell it, but does not guarantee freedom from claims on the title originating before the grantor owned the property. Because of this risk, special warranty deeds are less common for residential real estate transactions. Instead, these types of deeds are typically used for foreclosed bank-owned properties and commercial properties that have changed ownership several times.

A lawful deed includes the grantor's full name and marital status, as well as the grantee's full name, marital status, mailing address, and vesting. Vesting describes how the grantee holds title to the property. For Iowa residential property, the primary methods for holding title in co-ownership are tenancy in common and joint tenancy. A grant of ownership of real estate to two or more unmarried persons is presumed to create a tenancy in common, unless a joint tenancy is specifically created (Iowa Code 557.15). A transfer to a married couple vests as a joint tenancy, unless otherwise stated (Iowa Code 557.15(3)(a)).

As with any conveyance of real estate, a special warranty deed requires a complete legal description of the parcel. Recite the source of title to establish a clear chain of title, and detail any restrictions associated with the property. Finally, the deed must meet all state and local standards for recorded documents.

The grantor must sign the completed deed in front of a notary. The acknowledgment (notary section), whether made within the State of Iowa, outside the state, outside the United States, or under federal authority, should comply with the provisions of chapter 9b of the Iowa Statutes. Once acknowledged, file it in the recorder's office in the county where the property is located.

Include all relevant documents, affidavits, forms, and fees along with the deed for recording. Most deeds require a separate Real Estate Transfer Groundwater Hazard Statement (Iowa Code Section 558.69). Consult the local recording office to confirm which supplemental materials are necessary for the specific transaction.

This article is provided for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for the advice of an attorney. Contact a lawyer with any questions about special warranty deeds, or for any other issues related to the transfer of real property in Iowa.

(Iowa Special Warranty Deed Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

Important: Your property must be located in Adair County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

This Special Warranty Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Adair County.

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