Oklahoma City, OK asked in Real Estate Law for Oklahoma

Q: What forms do I need to fill out to add my wife to my house deed in Oklahoma?

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Richard Winblad
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Richard Winblad
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  • Edmond, OK
  • Licensed in Oklahoma

A: There are several options to adding an individual on your property. But we should start with the question of "Why is it important and what are you attempting to accomplish?"

If you just want to make sure that she inherits it, this can be done with a Will, a Trust or a Transfer on Death Deed. Each have their pros and cons. A benefit of this approach is she will not be an owner of the property until you pass. This may be a good option if she has debt issues, tax liens, or is a divorce risk. This can also impact Medicaid benefits.

If you do none of these, your wife may be able to claim a spousal homestead and continue to live there after you you pass away.

Other options are to quit claim deed that adds her to the title. Doing so will give her an ownership interest and the potential for liens, etc.

You should visit with an attorney who can appropriately guide you in the right direction.

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