Why Deed Theft Persists—And How Modernizing Can Help

A fraudulent deed can sit undetected until the moment an investor tries to refinance, sell or exchange a property, only to ...
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Should you add your partner to your deed?

Owning a home is a life goal for most people — paying off your home is even more of an achievement. But, what happens if you get a new partner? Should you add them to the deed or not? How could this ...
KY3

On Your Side: Did you get a deed notice?

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - A group of county recorders has a warning when it comes to the property you own. They contacted On Your Side, so you’ll know what to do if offered a copy of your deed. The ...
The Times of Northwest Indiana

Estate Planning: Obtaining a copy of your deed

I spend a lot of time in the Lake County Government Center. I prepare and record a lot of deeds, so I’m on a first name basis with the folks in the recorder's, auditor's and assessor’s offices. While ...
Morningstar

My husband and I have lived in my house for 17 years. Should I finally add him to the deed?

I am the sole owner of the house that my spouse and I have lived in for the past 17 years. I have no mortgage. If I add him to the deed as a joint tenant, will I have to pay gift tax? Would it be ...