**Both times they asked me "WHAT'S THIS?". I explained, although it's pretty obvious it's now their spouses sole and separate property. I would not offer an explaination as to why**
Larry, I don't explain what any kind of deed does even though I work for a real estate transaction attorney and "think" I know.
If I am asked, "what's this for?" I answer each and every time like this: "Oh, is this a surprise?? Were you not expecting to sign this instrument?"
Usually, the answer is that it is no surprise and yes, they knew they had to sign a deed but they still don't know why they have to; is it necessary?
=What were you told?
--They said I had to because blah, blah, blah but I still don't like it.
=Okay, well...if you don't want to then will you please write a note stating that?
--No, I'll sign.
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I am not going to tell them anything about what a deed does. I explain nothing. I only read aloud or point to a clearly identifiable term. |
