How do you get someone’s name removed from a deed and mortgage?
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How do you get someone’s name removed from a deed and mortgage?
My boyfriend has a house in both his and his ex-wife’s names. She gave the house to him because she could no longer make payments on the mortgage; she is behind 4 months. How does he remove her name from the deed and the mortgage?
Asked on June 27, 2011 under Real Estate Law, Florida
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
The ex-wife can sign a quitclaim deed which will release her interest in the house to your boyfriend. The quitclaim deed should specifically state that ________ (name of ex-wife) releases any and all her interest and rights and claims in the real property described as ___________ (address of house) to _________ (name of boyfriend).
Ex-wife should sign in the presence of a notary. The quitclaim deed should then be recorded in the County Recorder's office.
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