Registers of Deeds - As introduced, requires that a deed of conveyance of real property be prepared by an attorney licensed to practice in this state, a title insurance agent licensed in this state, the owner of the real property being transferred, or a person with legal authority to act on behalf of the owner of the real property being transferred; makes other changes related to deeds of conveyance. - Amends TCA Title 8, Chapter 13; Title 23, Chapter 3; Title 66, Chapter 5, Part 1 and Title 66, Chapter 24.

SB 1707 requires that deeds transferring real property in Tennessee be prepared only by licensed attorneys, title insurance agents, the property owner, or someone legally authorized to act for the owner. It mandates that these documents include a sworn declaration under penalty of perjury (if prepared by a professional) or a notarized affidavit stating the preparer's qualifications. The bill affects anyone transferring property, with exemptions for government entities and deeds prepared by banks/credit unions for their own property interests. The law takes effect July 1, 2026, and requires county registers to reject non-compliant deeds.