Property Deeds.

Transferring property or updating a deed is an important legal step that should be handled carefully. At MEB LAW FIRM, PLLC, we assist individuals and families with property deed matters by providing clear guidance, professionalism, and dependable legal support.

What is a Property Deed?

A property deed is a legal document used to transfer ownership of real estate from one person or entity to another. Deeds must be properly prepared, signed, and recorded in the county where the property is located in order to reflect the change in ownership in Florida’s public records.

You may need a property deed in situations such as:

  • Transferring property to a family member

  • Adding or removing someone from the title of a property

  • Transferring property into or out of a trust

  • Planning how property will pass to beneficiaries in the future

  • Updating ownership after major life events such as marriage or divorce

  • Transferring ownership between individuals or legal entities

MEB LAW FIRM, PLLC assists clients with property deed matters involving Florida real estate. Many deed services can be handled remotely, allowing property owners throughout Florida to receive convenient and reliable legal assistance.

TWO TYPES OF DEEDS.

Enhanced Life Estate Deed (Lady Bird Deed)

An Enhanced Life Estate Deed, commonly referred as a Lady Bird Deed, is a type of deed available in Florida that allows property owners to transfer real estate to designated beneficiaries while maintaining full control of the property during their lifetime.

Several advantages include:

  • The ability to retain full control of the property during your lifetime

  • The ability to sell or refinance the property if desired

  • The potential to allow property to pass directly to beneficiaries and avoid probate

Quitclaim Deed

A Quitclaim Deed is a type of deed used in Florida to transfer a person’s ownership interest in real estate to another individual or entity. This type of deed transfers whatever interest the current owner has in the property without guaranteeing that the title is free of claims.

Several common uses include:

  • Transferring property between family members, such as parents and adult children

  • Adding or removing someone from the title of a property

  • Correcting or updating how property ownership is listed in the public records

Frequently Asked Property Deed Questions.

  • No. As long as the property is located in Florida, a Florida attorney can assist with preparing and recording the deed even if the property owner lives in another state.

  • Yes. After a deed is properly executed, it is typically recorded in the county where the property is located so the transfer becomes part of the public property records. This cost is already included in our flat fee, and we record the deed directly for our clients.

  • Yes. Many deed matters can be handled remotely, allowing property owners throughout Florida to work with our firm without needing to travel.

  • Yes. One of the key features of a Lady Bird Deed is that the property owner generally retains full control of the property during their lifetime. This means the owner can typically sell, refinance, or otherwise manage the property without needing permission from the beneficiaries.

  • In many situations, a Lady Bird Deed allows property to pass directly to the named beneficiaries after the owner’s passing without going through the probate process. Each situation is unique, and an attorney can help determine whether this option may be appropriate.

  • Yes. Property can be owned by more than one person, and a deed can be used to add or transfer ownership interests depending on the circumstances.

  • Preparing a deed typically requires information such as the legal description of the property, the current owner’s name, the new owner’s name, and the county where the property is located.

  • The cost of preparing a deed can vary depending on the type of deed and the circumstances involved. Our firm offers flat fees for deed services, inclusive of the recording fee, so clients understand the cost in advance.

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