The full explanation
Afterward, the settlement agent records it with the county records office; that recording puts the public on notice that you are now the owner. There are several types: a warranty deed gives the most promises about the title, and a quitclaim deed promises nothing. Do not confuse it with a deed of trust, which is the mortgage document.
An example
At closing, the seller signs the deed with Elena's and her husband's names. Weeks later, they look it up on their county's records website and see that it has been recorded.
You will see it in…
- The documents signed at closing
- The county records office (county recorder or register of deeds)
- The Closing Disclosure, section E, in the fee for recording the deed
