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Lamar County Warranty Deed Reserving Life Estate Form

Lamar County Warranty Deed Reserving Life Estate Form

Lamar County Warranty Deed Reserving Life Estate Form

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Document Last Validated 7/18/2025
Lamar County Warranty Deed Guide

Lamar County Warranty Deed Guide

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Document Last Validated 8/6/2025
Lamar County Completed Example of the Warranty Deed Reserving Life Estate Form

Lamar County Completed Example of the Warranty Deed Reserving Life Estate Form

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 5/9/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Lamar County Chancery Clerk
Address:
403 Main St / PO Box 247
Purvis, Mississippi 39475

Hours: 8:00 to 5:00 M-F

Phone: (601) 794-8504

Recording Tips for Lamar County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
  • Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
  • Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates

Cities and Jurisdictions in Lamar County

Properties in any of these areas use Lamar County forms:

  • Lumberton
  • Purvis
  • Sumrall

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Lamar County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Lamar 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 Lamar County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Lamar 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 Lamar 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 Lamar County?

Recording fees in Lamar County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (601) 794-8504 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

A Mississippi warranty deed reserving a life estate is a legal document used to transfer property ownership while allowing the grantor (the person selling or giving the property) to retain possession and use of the property for the duration of their life. This type of deed offers both an immediate transfer of the property's title and a mechanism for ensuring that the grantor can live on or use the property until their passing. In Mississippi, a warranty deed is a deed where the grantor (seller) guarantees that they hold clear title to a piece of real estate and have a right to sell it to the grantee (buyer). The guarantee is not limited to the time the grantor owned the property---it extends back to the property's origins. This means that the grantor is guaranteeing that there are no encumbrances or claims on the property from before they took ownership.

89-1-33. Effect of word "warrant" in conveyance. The word "warrant" without restrictive words in a conveyance shall have the effect of embracing all of the five (5) covenants known to common law, to wit: seizin, power to sell, freedom from incumbrance, quiet enjoyment and warranty of title.

Reservation of Life Estate: This section specifically states that the grantor is reserving a life estate in the property. By doing so, the grantor retains the right to possess, use, and obtain any profits from the property for the duration of their life. Upon the grantor's death, the life estate automatically terminates, and the grantee possesses the property in full, without any further legal action.

Estate Planning: One of the primary uses of a warranty deed reserving a life estate is in estate planning. It allows individuals to ensure that their heirs or chosen beneficiaries receive the property upon their death while retaining the ability to live on or use the property during their lifetime.
Avoiding Probate: By using a warranty deed with a life estate reservation, the property will automatically pass to the grantee upon the death of the grantor, often avoiding the need for probate.

Protection for the Grantor: Since the grantor retains a life estate, they can continue to live on the property and cannot be forced off by the grantee or any subsequent owner. The grantee cannot sell, mortgage, or otherwise encumber the property in a way that would affect the grantor's life estate.

Tax Implications: There may be tax implications related to transferring property with a reserved life estate, both in terms of gift taxes and potential capital gains taxes. It's essential for individuals considering this option to consult with tax professionals and estate planners.

In summary, a Mississippi warranty deed reserving a life estate offers a flexible tool for estate planning, allowing property owners to pass on their property to chosen beneficiaries while retaining rights to the property during their lifetime.

(Mississippi WD Reserving LE Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example) For use in Mississippi only.

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

This Warranty Deed Reserving Life Estate meets all recording requirements specific to Lamar County.

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The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Lamar County recording requirements for formatting. If there's an issue caused by our formatting, we'll make it right and refund your payment.

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January 13th, 2019

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