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Free North Carolina Quitclaim Deed Form
Use this free North Carolina quit claim deed form to transfer property. Fill out the form, download your deed, and notarize it before recording with your county.
North Carolina Quit Claim Deed Form
Your deed needs to be notarized before recording
All quit claim deeds must be notarized to be legally valid. Notarize online from your phone or computer — no travel required, available 24/7.
North Carolina Quit Claim Deed Requirements
Before recording a quit claim deed in North Carolina, make sure the document meets these requirements:
- ✓Deed must be in writing and signed by the grantor(s)
- ✓Grantor's signature must be acknowledged before a notary public
- ✓Property must be identified by its legal description
- ✓Deed must name the grantor(s) and grantee(s) by full legal name
- ✓Parcel Identifier Number (PIN) and deed preparer's name must appear on the deed
- ✓Must be recorded with the Register of Deeds in the county of the property
- ✓Excise Tax (Revenue Stamps): $2.00 per $1,000 of value
- ✓Recording fees are paid at time of filing
After You Record Your Deed in North Carolina
After the Register of Deeds records your deed, the original is returned to the grantee or the designated address. The county tax assessor is notified of the transfer so that property tax records are updated, and the grantee is responsible for North Carolina property taxes from the date of transfer. Confirm your mailing address with the county tax office.
Common Uses for a Quit Claim Deed in North Carolina
North Carolina quit claim deeds are most commonly used in divorce settlements, where one spouse transfers their interest in the marital home to the other, and to add a new spouse to a title after marriage. Estate planning transfers into revocable living trusts are widespread across the state. Parents gift homes, farmland, and vacation property to adult children, and real estate investors use them to move property into LLCs.
North Carolina Quit Claim Deed FAQ
Does a quit claim deed need to be notarized in North Carolina?
Yes. North Carolina requires the grantor's signature to be acknowledged before a notary public before the deed can be recorded. Online notarization through a service like NotaryLive is accepted in North Carolina.
Where do I record a quit claim deed in North Carolina?
You file the deed with the Register of Deeds in the county where the property is located. North Carolina has 100 counties, each with its own Register of Deeds. Recording fees vary by county.
Is there a transfer tax in North Carolina?
Yes. North Carolina imposes an Excise Tax (sometimes called Revenue Stamps) of $2.00 per $1,000 of the consideration or value conveyed. The tax is paid by the grantor. Certain transfers are exempt, including transfers with no consideration and transfers between spouses where the only change is removing one spouse's name.
Can I use a quit claim deed to transfer property to a family member in North Carolina?
Yes. Family transfers are common in North Carolina. Transfers with no consideration may be exempt from the Excise Tax. Confirm the exemption with the Register of Deeds or a North Carolina real estate attorney. The PIN must appear on the deed regardless of whether the transfer is for consideration.
What is the Parcel Identifier Number (PIN) in North Carolina?
The Parcel Identifier Number (PIN) is a unique number assigned by the county to each parcel of real property for tax and administrative purposes. North Carolina law requires the PIN to appear on the face of every deed. You can find the PIN for your property on your current property tax bill, through the county tax assessor's website, or by contacting the Register of Deeds. Using the PIN does not substitute for including the full legal description.
Are there exemptions to the North Carolina Excise Tax?
North Carolina exempts from the Excise Tax transfers with no consideration, transfers between spouses (in some circumstances), transfers to a government entity, and deeds made in connection with foreclosure. The exemption must be noted on the deed at the time of recording. A North Carolina real estate attorney or the Register of Deeds office can clarify whether your transfer qualifies.
What to Bring When Recording Your North Carolina Quitclaim Deed
Before you go to the recording office, make sure you have everything on this list to avoid delays.
- 1Executed deed (signed and notarized)
- 2Excise tax payment (based on consideration, paid to the Register of Deeds)
- 3Recording fee (paid to the Register of Deeds)
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