Which of the following is NOT a part of a deed?

A deed serves as a legal document that conveys ownership of real property from one party (the grantor) to another (the grantee). Key components of a deed include the names of both the grantor and the grantee, which identify the parties involved in the transaction. The consideration is the value exchanged for the property, which is often included in a deed to establish that a transaction took place. Additionally, words of conveyance are essential, as they clearly articulate the intention to transfer ownership and the type of estate being conveyed.

The signature of the grantee, however, is not a required element of a deed. The grantor must sign the deed to validate the transfer of ownership, but the grantee's signature is unnecessary for the deed to be legally effective. This distinction highlights the roles in the transaction: while the grantor is the one transferring the property, the grantee is the recipient and does not need to sign the deed for the transfer to be valid.