• How does an owner transfer the title to a property?
• What are the major types of conveyance or transfer documents?
• What is the difference between a quitclaim deed and a warranty deed?
• What are the recording charges and State of Hawaii conveyance taxes charged in connection with recording and transfer?
• Are there withholding taxes in connection with the transfer of real property?
• What information should I provide you in order for you to prepare a conveyance document?

• A "quitclaim" deed is one in which the person transferring the property conveys whatever interest he or she may have in the property and gives no warranties that the transfer is of marketable title.



• A "warranty" deed is one in which the transferor is giving warranties that the transfer is of marketable title.

The same distinction applies to other types of conveyances, such as assignments of leases.