How do I complete a deed if transferring to an entity?
I created a deed to transfer a property in my name to a living trust. The Grantee section has a blank for marital status, but this is a trust. What is the proper verbiage for the classification instead of marital status? Entity?
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Since a trust isn’t a person, it doesn’t have a marital status. You’d typically describe the grantee by stating the full legal name of the trust and the date it was created, along with identifying the trustee.
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Created a deed to transfer a property in my name to a living trust. The Grantee section has a blank for marital status, but this is a trust. What is the proper verbiage for the classification instead of marital status? Entity?
I understand the importance of correctly documenting the transfer of your property. What type of trust is it, and are you the trustee?
I am, with my husband.
Have you consulted with a real estate lawyer or notary to review the deed before signing it?
No, I am a lawyer.
Is there anything else the Real Estate Lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured they’ll be able to help with your deed transfer.
No.
Hello! My name is TJ and I’m an attorney. Thanks so much for the opportunity to assist you! I’ve gone over the details you shared and I’ll post my initial response shortly. I’ll also post a few quick questions. They’ll help me better understand your situation so I can give you a more complete and tailored answer.
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Since a trust isn’t a person, it doesn’t have a marital status. You’d typically describe the grantee by stating the full legal name of the trust and the date it was created, along with identifying the trustee.
Let’s discuss this in more detail so I can provide a more thorough response.
What’s the full legal name of the trust, and when was it created?
Are you and your husband both grantors and trustees of this living trust?
In what state is this situation occurring?
Understood. I just need confirmation that what I am asking is correct because I am not a real estate attorney.
Yes, my husband and I are both the trustees and grantors.
The trust was created in FL.
The property in question is in AL.
For the grantee section of the deed, you’d typically write something like: “[Name of Trust] Dated [Date of Trust], and any amendments thereto, with Your Name and Husband’s Name as co-trustees.”
This makes it clear that the property is being transferred to the legal entity of the trust and/or you as trustees, but not to you as individuals.
Did I completely answer your question, and do you need clarification or have any follow-up questions?
Thanks again for letting me assist you!
One more question.
The original deed was written in my maiden name, then we got married. So will the deed need to have my maiden and married name? If so, how and where? The grantor name? Should it be: “GRANTOR: [Current Name], formerly known as [Maiden Name]”?
Yes, it's a good idea to include both your maiden and married names on the new deed to ensure a clear chain of title. It doesn’t hurt at all and can be very useful for anyone reviewing land records in the future. This is especially important since the original deed for the property was in your maiden name.
What you have suggested is the correct way to phrase it.
Let me know if you want to further discuss this or need anything clarified!
Thanks. That is all.
Have a great day.
You’re very welcome! I’m happy I could help!
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