• Complete the new deed. • Grantor signature needs to be notarized.Is my Living Trust "revocable" – can I cancel or change it? Alameda County Law Library has a research guide to steer you through the process of making changes in ownership for property located in Alameda County, CA. Please note that due to Proposition 19, there are new forms available for Change in Ownership Exclusions. In this section, you can find information and answers to the following questions: 1. Enter the amount of the First Deed of Trust, if any. Check all the applicable boxes, and complete the information requested. Draft a trust deed and have it notarized so that it is legally binding. Record the deed at the county recorder's office.