Arkansas Quitclaim Deed Form

An Arkansas quitclaim deed is a document in which a property owner hands their claim on a property over to another person. Fill in the free fillable deed form below to make yours online, or download it as a PDF or Word file.

Last Updated: October 2026. This guide is reviewed and updated regularly to reflect current law. If you notice an error or outdated information, please contact us.

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Arkansas Quitclaim Deed Basics

A quitclaim deed hands a property owner’s claim on a property over to another person. The word “quitclaim” means the owner quits their claim and passes it on. The person who gives up the claim is the grantor, or seller, and the person who receives it and becomes the new owner is the grantee, or buyer. You can also browse the general quitclaim deed template.

Quitclaim Deed Laws and Requirements in Arkansas

The Arkansas quitclaim deed does not state that the property title is free of encumbrances. Therefore, this form is often used to conclude contracts between people who know each other, friends, or relatives.

Laws

You can find more information in Arkansas Code:

  • 18-12-209 (Title 18 “Property,” Chapter 12 “Conveyances”) deals with the legal power of the deed.
  • 18-12-104 (the same place) tells about the execution of deeds concerning the circumstances of signing the form.
  • 14-15-404 (Title 14 “Local Government,” Chapter 15 “Officers”) covers the issue of title property.

Signing Requirements

Read this part before you set up the signing. According to the Arkansas Code (§ 18-12-104), the quitclaim deed form must be authorized in the presence of a notary public and two disinterested witnesses.

Otherwise, the document is null and void even if it is filled in according to the rules. “Disinterested” means that this person is not in a close relationship with the grantor, has no personal interest in the deal, and is not a grantee.

Filing Requirements

Another particular feature of the Arkansas quitclaim is that after filling out the document and paying the tax, it must be recorded with the Circuit Court. Only then, the document enters into force, and the transfer of ownership is considered official and legal.

Common Uses of a Quitclaim Deed

As we noted above, the quitclaim deed form is needed to transfer property rights if the parties are relatives or friends. This is due to the fact that quitclaim does not guarantee the title of the property.

Therefore, through the quitclaim, it is presumably possible to transfer property encumbered with debts or easements, and even real estate for which the so-called “Grantor” has no ownership rights.

The grantee has no protection against any encumbrances, so quitclaim transactions are not made between strangers. The most common examples of using the form are transferring ownership of a house or land to children and changing the property title after getting married or divorced.

The benefit of a quitclaim deed is the speed of the transaction. Arkansas warranty, which is used to transfer rights with a verified title of ownership, takes longer to process. If the parties trust each other and do not need official checks, why not use a quitclaim? Moreover, the form is easy to fill out and does not require any special attachments.

Format Requirements

The main thing that distinguishes the Arkansas Quitclaim Deed From other property rights transfer deeds is some wording. Do not use the words “grant,” “bargain,” and “sell” in the quitclaim form because they transform the quitclaim deed into a warranty deed.

Fees

When applying, prepare to pay the property tax, which is $3.30 per $1,000 of the transferred real estate value in Arkansas.

How to Fill Out and File a Quitclaim Deed in Arkansas

The form asks for the names of both parties, a description of the property, and signatures. Follow the eight steps below to fill it in. Keep the property details and the names of both parties nearby before you start.

  1. Add the grantor’s name (the person giving up the claim) and the grantee’s name (the person receiving it).
  2. Enter the Arkansas county where the property is located.
  3. Write the amount the buyer pays in words first, then in numbers.
  4. Add the seller’s full name and contact details: mailing address, city, county, and state.
  5. Add the same details for the buyer.
  6. Write a complete description of the property. It must be legal, that is, executed by the formal requirements.
  7. Go to the notary with two witnesses. They sign after you.
  8. Register the document with the Circuit Court and pay the tax.
Tip: Check that the names on the form match the IDs of the people signing. Keep a signed copy for your records.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I fill out the form?

Start with the names of the grantor and the grantee. Then add the county, the amount, and a full description of the property. The eight steps above walk you through each part in order.

Can I fill in the form on my computer?

Yes. Download the PDF and complete it with the FormsPal PDF editor, or build the document online and print it when you are done.

Which file formats can I download?

The form comes as a PDF, a Word (.docx) file, and an OpenDocument (.odt) file. Pick the one that works with the software you already use.

What should I keep after signing?

Keep these items together in a safe place:

  • A signed copy of the deed
  • The date you signed it
  • The names and contact details of everyone who signed

General information, not legal or tax advice.

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Mara Erlach
Mara Erlach
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Mara has been practicing estate planning and trust law in California since 2003, taking pride in helping clients of all backgrounds and asset profiles form a complete and customized estate plan. Her specialties are: estate planning, wills and trusts, trust and probate administration.
Published: Aug 19, 2022