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West Virginia General Warranty Deed

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Form basis · sourced 2026-06-06

An official form exists (W. Va. Code § 36-3-5 (optional statutory deed form: "A deed may be made in the following form, or to the same effect..."); general-warranty effect from § 36-4-2 (words "with general warranty" / covenant to "warrant generally")); this preview uses our self-help template pending transcription and review.

West Virginia Code (official codifier: WV Legislature); verbatim text confirmed via Justia mirror

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 West Virginia?+

Yes. West Virginia provides a statutory form for this document (W. Va. Code § 36-3-5 (optional statutory deed form: "A deed may be made in the following form, or to the same effect..."); general-warranty effect from § 36-4-2 (words "with general warranty" / covenant to "warrant generally")).

What does West Virginia 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. West Virginia also typically requires a separate filing (Sales Listing Form). 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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