How do I add my wife to the deed of our home?
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How do I add my wife to the deed of our home?
My step-father and I bought the home and are on the mortgage and deed. I want to add my wife to the deed as well.
Asked on January 12, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Florida
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
If you wish to add your wife to the title to the home that you bought with your step-father, I suggest that you consult with a real estate attorney to draft a deed where you transfer your interest in the property (partially) and the best way to do this under the laws of your state taking into tax issues.
Depending upon the state you live in, the transfer of some interest in the property to your wife can be by way of a joint tenancy deed with the right of surivorship or transfer as part of a community property deed where both you and your wife would take title together as joint tenant or as community property.
You would sign the applicable deed before a notary public and then the document would be recorded with your county recorder's office.
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