A warranty deed is a legal document used in real estate transactions to transfer ownership of a property from one party to another. In the case of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, there are specific warranty deeds designed for separate or joint property to joint tenancy. These deeds ensure that the property rights and ownership interests are properly protected and transferred. The Oklahoma City Oklahoma Warranty Deed for Separate Property to Joint Tenancy is a document used when an individual (the granter) wishes to transfer their ownership interest in a property solely owned by them (separate property) to themselves and another person (the grantees) as joint tenants. This type of deed allows the co-owners to have an equal, undivided interest in the property, with the right of survivorship. In the event of the death of one joint tenant, the property automatically passes to the surviving tenant(s) without going through probate. On the other hand, the Oklahoma City Oklahoma Warranty Deed for Joint Property to Joint Tenancy is used when multiple individuals (joint property owners) want to convert their concurrent ownership interests to joint tenancy. This type of deed consolidates the ownership interests of all the joint tenants into one joint tenancy, granting them equal shares of the property with the right of survivorship. Both types of warranty deed require certain information to be included, such as the legal description of the property, the granter's name, the grantees' names, and their relationship (spouses, co-owners, etc.), the consideration paid (if any), and a clear statement of intent to transfer ownership. Additionally, the granter must sign the deed in the presence of a notary public, who then acknowledges the granter's signature. When completing an Oklahoma City Oklahoma Warranty Deed for Separate or Joint Property to Joint Tenancy, it is crucial to consult with a real estate attorney or title company to ensure compliance with all legal requirements and to address any specific circumstances or considerations unique to the property or parties involved.