Good question!  I agree with Deb's post - we look for an arm's length transaction.  As a general rule, we never stop on a QCD, however, the issue becomes a bit more confusing with certificates for transfer or other executor's deeds.   We look at the probate case to try to determine if the grantee is a relative and make sure that it was sold for good consideration.

And, if we have to go back another deed, it is no longer a current owner and we charge for 2 or 3 owner depending on what it turns out to be.  Sometimes, it becomes a full search.  We do charge for the additional owners if we have to run different names in the index.

I would note however, that this another case where experience come into play.  Being able to recognize when it is necessary to go back another owner isn't always clear.

Best,
Robert A. Franco
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