You can use a warranty deed to transfer the property from yourself solely (as Grantor) back to you and your spouse (as Grantees) as joint owners. There isn’t a single “correct” deed form to use—they all serve the purpose of transferring ownership. A general warranty deed, special warranty deed, quit claim deed, or gift deed will all work. The main difference lies in the types of guarantees they provide regarding title and liens.
But since you already own the property, any of these deeds will work just fine.
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I am adding my husband to the property deed, is the Warranty Deed form the correct instrument for this purpose?
I understand you're looking to add your husband to the property deed. Have you already obtained a copy of the Warranty Deed form?
Yes, I just filled it out and paid for it online.
Are there any specific terms or conditions you would like to include in the deed regarding the ownership rights?
The ownership will belong to both myself and my husband. I do not intend to remove myself from the deed, only add him.
Is there anything else the Real Estate Lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured they'll be able to help with adding your husband to the property deed.
Nothing else.
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You can use a warranty deed to transfer the property from yourself solely (as Grantor) back to you and your spouse (as Grantees) as joint owners. There isn’t a single “correct” deed form to use—they all serve the purpose of transferring ownership. A general warranty deed, special warranty deed, quit claim deed, or gift deed will all work. The main difference lies in the types of guarantees they provide regarding title and liens.
But since you already own the property, any of these deeds will work just fine.
As the Grantor, I need to add myself and my husband as the Grantee, not just my husband?
Correct, unless your goal is to transfer the property to your husband only so he becomes the sole owner and you no longer own it.
Understood.
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