How do I make the grantee a trust for a deed?

Lexi, Chatbot

I understand the importance of correctly documenting the transfer of your property. What type of trust is it, and are you the trustee?

Lexi, Chatbot

Have you consulted with a real estate lawyer or notary to review the deed before signing it?

Lexi, Chatbot

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.

TJ, Esq.

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TJ, Esq.

Hi again!

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?

TJ, Esq.

For the grantee section of the deed, you’d typically write something like: “[NAME OF TRUST] Dated October 21, 2021, 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?

TJ, Esq.

The wording you’ve got for the grantee looks good for the name and the identification of you and your husband as co-trustees. Including the address is also standard practice for a deed, so it looks good!

Regarding the “Entity: Living Trust” line, it’s accurate to describe the grantee as a living trust. This explicitly states the nature of the entity receiving the property. This, combined with the full name of the trust and the named trustees, should be sufficient for the grantee section in an Alabama deed.

Did that completely answer your question, or do you need clarification on anything else?

TJ, Esq.

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. Let’s put it this way — it doesn’t hurt at all, but could prove very useful if anybody looking at land records is unsure about your identity in the future. This could be particularly important since the original deed for the property was in your maiden name.

TJ, Esq.

Let me know if you want to further discuss this or need anything clarified!

TJ, Esq.

You’re very welcome! I’m happy I could help!