Grant Deed from Husband and Wife to Trust - California 2026

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  1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
  2. Begin by entering the names of the Grantors (Husband and Wife) in the designated fields, ensuring accuracy for legal purposes.
  3. Fill in the Grantee's name as Trustee of the trust, along with the trust's name and date. This is crucial for establishing ownership.
  4. Provide a detailed legal description of the property being transferred. If necessary, attach Exhibit A for clarity.
  5. Indicate any exemptions from documentary transfer tax by selecting the appropriate reason from the provided list.
  6. Complete the signature section where both Grantors must sign and print their names, followed by a notary acknowledgment.

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Once a grant deed has been executed, the grantor is usually no longer involved with the real estate. On the other hand, with a deed of trust, the borrower and the lender have an ongoing relationship until the loan is paid off or the property is transferred to another party.
In summary, an Interspousal Transfer Grant Deed is a valuable legal instrument that allows married couples in California to transfer property between spouses while maintaining certain tax advantages and legal protections. It is commonly used during divorce proceedings, financial challenges, and estate planning.
Current Property Deed: Obtain a copy of your existing deed to confirm how the title is held. New Deed: Prepare a new deed, such as a grant deed or quitclaim deed, that transfers the property to the trust. The deed should include the current owners names, the propertys legal description, and the trusts name.
Transferring real estate into a revocable trust has many benefits and can achieve many common planning goals. Holding real estate in a revocable trust will allow the property to avoid the probate process at the death of the owner (or at the death of the surviving owner if the property is owned by more than one person).
The cost of putting a house in a trust typically ranges from $1,000 to $3,000, but this can vary based on several factors. For wealthier individuals with more complex estates, the price can escalate to between $5,000 and $8,000. It can be simple; it can be not so simple, Saadeh says.

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Example Scenario Obtain the Current Deed: Get a copy of your existing deed from the county recorders office. Prepare a New Deed: Draft a grant deed transferring the property to John Doe, as Trustee of The John Doe Living Trust, dated January 1, 2024. docHub the Deed: Sign the new deed before a notary public.

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