Allentown, PA asked in Real Estate Law and Probate for Pennsylvania

Q: Why is a special warranty deed used when adding a spouse in pa

I’m married and asked my husband to add me on the the deed, he choose a special warranty deed not a quitclaim deed, and also stated that a 1$) dollar amount is transferred from me to him? Is that right, I say a affidavit is needed and he says it’s not necessary in pa for a married couple, is that true

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Mark Scoblionko
Mark Scoblionko
Answered
  • Allentown, PA
  • Licensed in Pennsylvania

A: A special warranty deed is better than a quit-claim deed.

The one dollar consideration is ordinarily referenced, but not paid. However, it certainly can be paid.

The deed does have to be notarized, but an actual affidavit is not needed.

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