Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Massachusetts

Deed

When put on a deed is a signature required by the person who is put on?


Asked on 2/03/07, 8:50 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

Re: Deed

The person who is takening title from the current owner does not sign the deed.

Only the current owners sign the deed.

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Answered on 2/04/07, 10:38 am
henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

Deed

No.

The only signature(s) required are for the person or persons who convey or transfer their interest, part or whole.

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Answered on 2/03/07, 10:36 pm
Herbert Cooper Law Offices of Jameson & Cooper

Re: Deed

Generally, no.

However, in certain condominium developments, there may be a requirement that the "grantee" (the person receiving an interest in the real estate (here, condo) acknowledge certain rules and regulations and limitations, and this might be appended to the deed. There may be certain other unique situations, e.g. involving interests as a trustee, or covenants, where the grantee's signature is needed.

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Answered on 2/07/07, 12:31 pm


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