When it comes to real estate, “deed” and “title” are often used interchangeably. But they actually refer to two very different things. Understanding the distinction isn’t just helpful, it’s essential.

After her husband died, Dani Brusius recently transferred her Ventura County property to her name alone. She paid $2 for a copy of the deed and $1 to certify the change. Then came the official-looking ...

Almost every real estate deed states some language that is at least similar to the following: “For one dollar and other good and valuable consideration, I sell my property to whomever.” Sometimes, the ...

It's likely your biggest investment. You buy a home, and when you get that deed, you assume it's safely yours. But sometimes, it's not so safe. Capital Bridge Partners Daniel Rabb and Ken Wei held the ...

Owning a home is a life goal for most people — paying off your home is even more of an achievement. But, what happens if you get a new partner? Should you add them to the deed or not? How could this ...

Q: In one of your recent columns, a widow asked about getting the deed to her house after her husband died. You told her to check her deed from time to time to be sure no liens had been added. How ...