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Newport County Special Warranty Deed Form

Newport County Special Warranty Deed Form

Newport County Special Warranty Deed Form

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Newport County Special Warranty Deed Guide

Newport County Special Warranty Deed Guide

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Newport County Completed Example of the Special Warranty Deed Document

Newport County Completed Example of the Special Warranty Deed Document

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Jamestown Town Clerk
Address:
93 Narragansett Ave
Jamestown, Rhode Island 02835

Hours: 8:00am and 4:30pm M-F

Phone: (401) 423-9801

Little Compton Town Clerk
Address:
40 Commons / PO Box 226
Little Compton, Rhode Island 02837

Hours: 8:00am and 4:00pm M-F

Phone: (401) 635-4400

Middletown Town Clerk
Address:
Town Hall, 1st Floor - 350 E Main Rd
Middletown, Rhode Island 02842

Hours: 8:00am and 4:00pm M-F

Phone: (401) 847-0009

Newport City Clerk
Address:
43 Broadway
Newport, Rhode Island 02840

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

Phone: (401) 845-5334

Portsmouth Town Clerk
Address:
2200 E Main Rd
Portsmouth, Rhode Island 02871

Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-W; 8:30 to 6:30 Thu; 8:30 to 2:30 Fri

Phone: (401) 683-2101

Tiverton Town Clerk
Address:
343 Highland Rd
Tiverton, Rhode Island 02878

Hours: 8:30 to 4:00 M-F

Phone: (401) 625-6703

Recording Tips for Newport County:
  • Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
  • Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe

Cities and Jurisdictions in Newport County

Properties in any of these areas use Newport County forms:

  • Adamsville
  • Jamestown
  • Little Compton
  • Middletown
  • Newport
  • Portsmouth
  • Tiverton

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Newport County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Newport County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (401) 423-9801 for current fees.

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In Rhode Island, title to real property can be transferred from one party to another by recording a special warranty deed. A special warranty deed conveys an interest in real property to the named grantee with limited warranties of title.

Special warranty deeds are statutory in Rhode Island under R.I.G.L. 34-11-43. When the words "special warranty" are used in the title of the deed, or the phrase "with special warranty covenants" is included in the conveyancing clause, the following covenants are implied: the grantor guarantees that he or she holds title to the property and has good right to convey it; that the property is free from encumbrances (with the exception of any noted in the deed); and that the grantor will "warrant and defend" the title against the claims of anyone "by, through, or under the grantor" (R.I.G.L. 34-11-16, 34-11-44). Unlike a general warranty deed, which conveys property with full warranties of title, a special warranty deed only protects the grantee (buyer) against claims that arose during the time the grantor held title to the property.

A lawful special warranty deed includes the grantor's full name, mailing address, and marital status; the consideration given for the transfer; and the grantee's full name, mailing address, marital status, and vesting. Vesting describes how the grantee holds title to the property. Generally, real property is owned in either sole ownership or in co-ownership. For Rhode Island residential property, the primary methods for holding title are tenancy in common, joint tenancy, and tenancy by entirety. A conveyance of real estate to two or more persons creates a tenancy in common, unless otherwise specified in the conveyance (R.I.G.L. 34-3-1).

As with any conveyance of realty, a special warranty deed requires a complete legal description of the parcel. Recite the prior deed reference to maintain a clear chain of title, and detail any restrictions associated with the property. Finally, the document must meet all state and local standards for recorded instruments. The completed deed must be signed by the grantor (and his or her spouse, if applicable) in the presence of a notary.

The grantor must indicate his or her residency status on the face of the deed. A residency affidavit, completed by the grantor, is required for sales of realty by nonresidents. Transfers by nonresidents are subject to withholding of a percentage of the total payment by the grantee/buyer. Buyers may only depend on the seller's residency status by receipt of an affidavit of residency. For more on withholding of Rhode Island tax, see R.I.G.L. 44-30-71.3.

Rhode Island levies a Real Estate Conveyance Tax based on the consideration paid (R.I.G.L. 44-25-1(a)). This tax is due upon recording. If there is no consideration paid, the deed must include a statement to the effect that "the consideration is such that no documentary stamps are required" (R.I.G.L. 44-25-1(b)). If the transfer is exempt from the Real Estate Conveyance Tax, state the reason on the face of the deed. See R.I.G.L. 44-25-2 for a list of exemptions. A completed Form CVYT-1 (Real Estate Conveyance Tax return) is required for all transfers of real property, and should be submitted to the Rhode Island Division of Taxation.

Record the original completed deed, along with any additional materials, at the city or town clerk's office in the municipality where the property is located. (Rhode Island maintains land records at the municipal level.) Contact the same office to verify accepted forms of payment.

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

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

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