Where are the words of conveyance typically located in a deed?

The words of conveyance are primarily found in the granting clause of a deed. This clause specifically states the intention of the grantor to transfer ownership of the property to the grantee. It typically begins with phrases such as “grants,” “transfers,” or “conveys,” and is a crucial component of the deed because it articulates the act of conveying the property rights.

While other sections of a deed, such as the habendum clause, signatures, and consideration section, play important roles, they do not contain the specific language that indicates the actual transfer of interest. The habendum clause, for instance, describes the type of estate being conveyed (e.g., fee simple, life estate) but does not serve as the primary statement of intent to convey. The signatures authenticate the deed, and the consideration section outlines the value exchanged for the property, but again, neither is where the core words of conveyance are located. Thus, the granting clause is essential for establishing the legal transfer of property rights.