A: I know nothing about transferring the deed of my home. B: The escrow company will be doing all of the work in transferring your deed. A: What is the first step in transferring the deed? B: A deed transfer always includes a title search to make sure that there are no outstanding liens against the property. A: What if they discover a lien against my property? B: A title transfer cannot occur until you clear all liens. A: Will my escrow take long? B: To move your escrow along, it is important to supply all documents that are requested in a timely fashion. A: What is the length of the average escrow? B: The average escrow will last anywhere from thirty to ninety days.