Articles Tagged with community property

What Happens When an Unmarried Couple Buys a House as a Tenancy-In-Common?

Published on: July 5, 2023 | By Underwood Law Firm, P.C.

underwoodblogtenancy-300x300 Generally, married couples who buy homes in California are afforded certain rights and protections under California law. These rights and protections do not necessarily apply to unmarried couples who own property as tenants-in-common. Unmarried couples can still take further steps to protect their property rights.

Differences Between Married Couples and Tenants-In-Common

Married couples in California who own property together have some ownership differences from normal tenants-in-common. The main benefit that married couples have over tenants-in-common is the right of survivorship.

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What is the difference between a grant deed and a marital deed? (Civil Code § 1092)

Published on: September 30, 2022 | By Underwood Law Firm, P.C.

Underwood-Blog-Images-3-1-300x300 The deed to a property is the most important document a property owner has. It describes the title and its associated rights while operating as the conveyance of property itself. But not all deeds are the same, especially when marriage enters the equation.

Marital deeds carry with them their own rules, rights, and duties requiring in-depth knowledge of family law and community property. And while spouses can choose to acquire property through a regular grant deed, more often than not, that isn’t the case. Understanding the differences between the two is of crucial importance for estate planning, and in these situations, having an experienced real estate attorney at your side can make all the difference. The Underwood Law Firm encounters both types of deeds with frequency and has the familiarity and skill to help title holders understand their rights.

What is a deed?

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