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How do I change, add, or delete a name on a deed? This can only be done by recording a new deed showing the change. Many people think they can simply come into the office and change the present deed on record.

Many people think they can come to our office and change the present deed on record. However, once a document or deed is recorded, it cannot be altered or changed in any way. A new deed is needed and can be prepared for you by your attorney.

A warranty deed by definition is a deed which conveys the title to property whereby the seller guarantees the title to be good and unencumbered except as stated and agrees to defend and protect the purchaser against any loss that may arise in the future from any defect in the title at the time of conveyance.

To add, remove, or change a name on a deed, have a lawyer, title company, or other real estate professional prepare the deed. Then, record the new deed with the Department of Records. Note: We recommend that you do not prepare a deed on your own. We also recommend that you get title insurance.

A Warranty Deed is the best of the best. It protects you from all future and past issues with property title and any outstanding debts or liens.

The PA deed transfer tax is generally about 2% of the final sales price, which consists of two different sets of fees: The state of Pennsylvania charges 1% of the sales price. The locality charges a second fee usually totaling about 1%, which is split between the municipality and school district.

What Are the Steps to Transfer a Deed Yourself? Retrieve your original deed. ... Get the appropriate deed form. ... Draft the deed. ... Sign the deed before a notary. ... Record the deed with the county recorder. ... Obtain the new original deed.