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California General Warranty Deed

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Form basis · sourced 2026-06-06

No official statutory form was located for this document in California (Cal. Civ. Code §§ 1092, 1113). This is a self-help template pending attorney review.

California Codes (Justia mirror; official: leginfo.legislature.ca.gov)

Grantor(s)

Party transferring their interest in the property.

Grantor 1

Full legal name *

Address *

Marital status

Capacity

Grantee(s)

Party receiving the interest.

Grantee 1

Full legal name *

Address *

How they take title (vesting)

PropertyAssessor's Parcel Number (APN)County *Property addressLegal description *

ConsiderationConsideration ($) *

Transfer taxTransfer tax ($)Exemption reasonComputed on

Prepared byName *Address *

When recorded mail toName *Address *

Execution date *

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Frequently asked questions

Is a general warranty deed valid in California?+

California recognizes general warranty deeds that meet its statutory requirements; there is no single mandatory state form (Cal. Civ. Code §§ 1092, 1113). Any document that meets the requirements is valid.

What does California require to record a general warranty deed?+

The deed must be signed and acknowledged before a notary public, then recorded with the county recording office. California also typically requires a separate filing (PCOR (Preliminary Change of Ownership Report)). Requirements vary by county - verify before recording.

Do I need a lawyer to use TheEasyForms?+

No. TheEasyForms provides self-help document templates and is not a law firm; using it does not create an attorney-client relationship. If you want legal advice, consult a licensed attorney in your state.

Can I preview a general warranty deed for free?+

Yes. Every document has a free, watermarked preview so you can review it before you pay to remove the watermark and download a recording-ready PDF.

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TheEasyForms provides self-help document templates and is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is created by using this site or our API. We do not record or file documents on your behalf; recording requirements vary by county, and you record with your county yourself. If you need legal advice, consult a licensed attorney in your state.