Q: My husband is transferring title to his home (Maryland)to both of us. Can I prepare the deed as one of the grantees
My husband is adding my name to the deed. So, both he and I are grantees. Maryland requires either a lawyer prepare it ( or someone prepares it under the lawyer's supervision), or that it be prepared by a party to the deed. Am I considered to be a "party" to the instrument?
A:
Yes, a grantee is a party to a deed.
Because there are different types of deeds in this state and different ways two people can jointly own property together, I'd encourage anyone preparing their own deed to make sure they have a good grasp of same. It also helps to understand the recording process in the particular jurisdiction where the property is located.
If you decide that you would like an attorney to prepare your deed instead my firm prepares deeds and coordinates recording of same for a flat fee (currently $240 plus the government filing fee) and I'm sure there are many other Maryland attorneys who can assist with deed preparation as well. This post is not intended to offer legal advice or a promise to represent but I hope that it helps answer your question!
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