How do I change my house deed to my name only?

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How do I change my house deed to my name only?

My house is paid for and I want to remove my husband’s name from the deed. He co-signed on a loan with my daughter and she is behind on her house payments. Will this protect us from losing our house if she defaults on her loan.

Asked on February 21, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Virginia

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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 12 years ago | Contributor

If you want title to the home solely in your name, your husband needs to sign a grant deed of his interest in it (or a quitclaim deed) before a notary public and have it recorded in your county recorder's office.

Most likely if your daughter defaults on her home's mortgage, and assuming the loan she is behind on is the original loan when she bought her home, the lender can only take back the home on a foreclosure (purchase money loan) and not be able to sue anyone for a deficiency. I suggest that you consult with a real estate attorney further about your situation.


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