Changing Name On Title To Home
REM # F766
By Ilyce R. Glink
Summary: A homeowner has changed her name and would like the new name reflected on the title to her home. Ilyce explains why this is best put off until the home is sold.
Q: I changed my name and wanted to change it on the title of my home. I was
told that there is no mechanism to do this. According to the people I spoke
with, I’ll have to wait until I sell the home.
At that time, the title company can change it to my new name, and then change it to the new owner’s name. Is this true?
A: There is no need to change your name on the title to your home. When you sell, the title company will confirm that you have changed your name (by looking at your marriage certificate and other government documents) and confirm you are you and then complete the transaction.
If you do anything else, you may just be wasting your money.
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