Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New Jersey

Re: Adding Name to Deed

Why?

Please sit down with a family attorney and/or real estate attorney that have seen the horror stories and discus the situation.

Good luck to you.

Re: Adding Name to Deed

You will need to make a new deed from yourself, as grantor, to yourself and your husband as grantees. You will also need to prepare an affidavit of exemption from the realty transfer tax, and you will need to file a NJ resident tax certification. All of these documents must be taken to the County Clerk/Register for recording. The recording fee will depend on the total number of pages.

In addition, you should notify your homeowners' insurance company to add your husband as an additional insured on the policy.

Re: Adding Name to Deed

I just want to agree with both of the other answers but emphasize the points. One answer gave the technically correct answer concerning the process. The other answer brought up the broader issues - that being that you are contemplating a move that has very substantial legal implications that need to be reviewed before you take such a step.

You are strongly encouraged to not do this without a full consultation with a Family Law attorney with experience in Real Estate Law as well. Good luck! Rob Gleaner