Real Estate Forms

Transfer ownership of a real estate property in Delaware from a seller to a buyer with this Delaware Warranty Deed form.

• it has good and marketable title to the property,
• it has the legal right and authority to transfer the title to the buyer, and
• it will forever defend the grantee's (buyer's) right to possession of the property.

This Encroachment Agreement is between a city and a property owner who owns an adjoining property to a lot owned by the city.

• The city will allow an encroachment onto the lot by an element of the owner's property, such as a sidewalk, fence or driveway.
• The encroachment must not exceed a specified size and must be maintained by the property owner.
• If the city requires the use of the portion of the lot on which the encroachment lies, the property owner will have 90 days to remove the encroaching element. If the owner does not comply, the city may undertake removal and charge the costs to the owner.
• The Encroachment Agreement can be used in many jurisdictions so long as it complies with municipal bylaws.

Use this free Escrow Statement of Particulars to determine the adjusted balance of purchase money still owing in a real estate transaction.

• The Escrow Statement sets out:
  • deposits paid by the purchaser,
  • pro rated amounts for taxes and insurance,
  • realtor commissions,
  • fees and charges paid with respect to the transaction,
  • special assessments,
  • professional fees,
  • any other costs associated with the transaction to be paid by the purchaser.
• Available in MS Word format, easy to fill in and print.
• Intended to be used only for U.S. real estate transactions.

List and sell US real estate properties at auction with this Exclusive Auction Listing Agreement template.

• The auctioneer has the exclusive right to sell the real estate property at auction and to act as agent for the Seller.
• The agreement contains provisions for either a 'with reserve' or 'without reserve' auction.
• The contract provides for various types of auction methods, including online, live, absentee, phone, etc.
• The auctioneer is deemed to have earned its commission if:
  • a suitable willing buyer is found on the price and terms stipulated, whether through auction sale or otherwise,
  • if the Seller agrees to sell, convey or transfer the property at any price and on any terms during the term of the agreement, or
  • if within a specified period after the termination of the agreement, the Seller agrees to sell, convey or transfer the property to a buyer with whom either the Seller or the auctioneer have communicated prior to the termination of the agreement.
• The auctioneer's compensation will include advertising and promotion, marketing, travel, facility rental and labor charges, among other things.
• The auctioneer will hold any earnest money deposits as agent for the Seller.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the United States.

Don't let creditors force you to sell your home - file a Notice of Homestead as permitted by Florida law.

• Title XV, Chapter 222 of the Florida Statutes allows a homeowner to exempt the homestead from forced sale by filing a notice of homestead with the County Recorder.
• This exemption applies to real property, mobile homes and modular homes.
• The Notice of Homestead must be served on the creditor in order to protect your permanent residence from forced sale.
• A copy of Title XV, Chapter 222 is included with the Notice.
• The form also includes a Certificate of Delivery, to record how the Notice was served.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the State of Florida.

Apply for a property tax homestead exemption on your permanent Florida residence with this free form DR-501 Application for Homestead and Related Tax Exemptions.

• This form lets you apply for an exemption of $25,000 to $50,000 worth of the assessed value of your home, for property tax purposes.
• There are additional exemptions for seniors, low income persons, widows/widowers, disabled people and veterans.
• The form is provided by the Florida Department of Revenue. Last revision date 12/11.

Download your free copy of the Original Application for Homestead form.

Transfer your interest in a real estate property in Florida with this easy-to-use Quitclaim Deed.

• Under the Quitclaim Deed, the transferor conveys all of its interest in the property to the transferee but does not provide any warranties regarding the property.
• This form of Deed is often used to remove one spouse's name from title following divorce proceedings.
• This legal form template is provided in MS Word format and is easy to download, fill in and print.
• Intended to be used only in the State of Florida.

Transfer the interest in a real estate property in Florida from a husband and wife to another husband and wife with this Quitclaim Deed for Joint Ownership with rights of survivorship.

• The transferors convey their interest in the property to the transferees but do not provide any warranties regarding the property.
• The transferees will hold title as joint tenants, with rights of survivorship, which means that if one of them dies, title to the property passes to the surviving joint tenant.
• This form is provided in MS Word format and is easy to download, fill in and print.
• Intended for use only in the State of Florida.

Transfer a title deed from two spouses to one person with this easy-to-use Florida Quitclaim Deed form.

• Under the Quitclaim Deed, the transferors (grantors) convey all of their interest in the property to the transferee (grantee) but do not provide any warranties regarding the property.
• A Quitclaim Deed is typically used following a divorce, to remove one spouse's name from title to the property.
• This form is downloadable and easy to use.
• Intended for use only in the State of Florida.

Sell a residential property in Florida with this Real Estate Purchase and Sale Agreement.

• Marketable Title. The seller must provide marketable and insurable title to the purchaser at closing.
• Title Defects. The purchaser will have an opportunity to examine the title evidence, and must notify the seller prior to closing of any title defects.
• Types of Financing. The Purchase and Sale Agreement can be used for a cash sale, seller financing, a mortgage loan assumption, or for a purchase under a new mortgage loan. If new loan financing is involved, the sale is contingent upon the purchaser obtaining the financing.
• Seller Documents. The seller will provide title insurance, an attorney's opinion on title, any surveys, deeds of trust, easements or other documents related to the property.
• Disclosure. The Agreement contains the real property disclosures required by Florida law.