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Corrected Deed / Correction Deed

A correction deed is a deed that serves to correct or negate a mistake made between parties whom have contracted an original deed agreement. The mistake can encompass minor things such as the misspelling of a name or major terms such as the price of the land. If both parties decide a correction is needed, then a simple correction deed should be constructed. It’s typically one correction and not 4-5 changes needed. The rest of the deed is valid.

Generally, all parties who signed the prior deed must sign the correction deed in the presence of a notary, who will acknowledge its execution. Then record it in the country court records system to make it valid. We do that here in our office.

Correction deeds may have minor mistakes such as misspelled or incomplete names, missing middle initials, or excluding the marital status. They may leave out other investing information or property description. There are sometimes errors in recording the plat, deed reference lot number designation, or legal description. The corrected deed amends the defects of the original deed.

Price: $300 (Setup an Appointment)

In this video:

  • What can you change on a corrected deed? 
  • What can’t you change on a corrected deed? 
  • Who’s signature do you need for a corrected deed? 

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What is not covered on a correction deed:

man holding moneyPlease note that correction deeds are not sufficient to add or change an element to the existing agreement with both parties. In such a case, a new contract should be drawn up. Correction deeds simply change one specific element of a contract, and leave the other pieces of the puzzle intact. We will do a corrective deed for errors such as misspelling of names. We do not change verbiage and language in a corrective deed. If the agreement on contract changes with the new verbiage, there should be a new contract. A corrective deed means that the contract remains the same, but a clerical error or mistake is fixed.

When do you need a Corrected Deed?

antique typewriterWhen reviewing a deed or ownership of the title of a property, you must have the correct names that are on their driver’s license. This avoids errors and mistakes. We don’t recommend using the corrective deed for changing price or other major changes. It’s the person’s responsibility to update his/her last name due to marriage, divorce, or choice. A corrected deed is used to change a name if that person’s name has changed.

FAQ

A deed transfer can only be reversed with a new recorded deed. Not with a corrected deed. Typically, when you sign a deed it’s involving property being transferred, that documentation cannot be reversed. Therefore, preparation of a new deed should be used to transfer the property interest to the grantee back.

Usually minor mistakes such as misspellings are fixed on a correction deed, when a person marries or changes their name, most people do not change the name on a deed, they just wait until they sell and sign as, “Formerly known as.” Mostly the necessity of a corrected deed is determined by the kind of error on the deed & if its harmless or fatal then if needed a draft for the corrective deed, affidavit, or new deed will be prepared.

Minor errors in spelling, property description, transposing errors etc. minor mistakes such as, misspelled or incomplete names, missing or wrong middle initials.

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Maas Law Firm, Texas Real Estate Attorney

We are a San Antonio Real Estate Law firm that offers fixed fee rates for a variety of legal transaction services, including Owner Finance & Wraparound Closings, Foreclosures, Deeds & Releases, Real Estate Contracts, Title Issues & Judgments, Wills & Estates, Probate & Administration, & LLC Formations. If you need help assessing your case give our office a call. 

Victor has been doing real estate transactions as a lawyer since 2002 & as an investor himself since 2003. There are a lot of nuances with real estate & we hope that if you have any questions to contact us during regular business hours. Along with being a Real Estate Attorney, Victor is also a Real Estate Broker, making his expertise long standing & efficient. 

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Mr. Maas is extremely professional & makes the process quick & painless. Thank you for helping me today. You're a blessing.
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JD GARZA
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Maas Law Firm, Texas Real Estate Attorney

We are a San Antonio Real Estate Law firm that offers fixed fee rates for a variety of legal transaction services, including Owner Finance & Wraparound Closings, Foreclosures, Deeds & Releases, Real Estate Contracts, Title Issues & Judgments, Wills & Estates, Probate & Administration, & LLC Formations. If you need help assessing your case give our office a call.  Victor has been doing real estate transactions as a lawyer since 2002 & as an investor himself since 2003. There are a lot of nuances with real estate & we hope that if you have any questions to contact us during regular business hours. Along with being a Real Estate Attorney, Victor is also a Real Estate Broker, making his expertise long standing & efficient. 
Michael Eronini
Michael Eronini
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Victor has closed a bunch transactions for us. Very knowledgeable & efficient!
Mandy Molina
Mandy Molina
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Mr. Maas is extremely professional & makes the process quick & painless. Thank you for helping me today. You're a blessing.
Alfredo Ibarra
Alfredo Ibarra
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This lawyer knows his stuff & doesn’t back down from a fight!
JD GARZA
JD GARZA
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Victor is a mover & shaker in the Real Estate Investment business...I recommend him anytime.
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Maas Law Firm, Texas Real Estate Attorney

We are a San Antonio Real Estate Law firm that offers fixed fee rates for a variety of legal transaction services, including Owner Finance & Wraparound Closings, Foreclosures, Deeds & Releases, Real Estate Contracts, Title Issues & Judgments, Wills & Estates, Probate & Administration, & LLC Formations. If you need help assessing your case give our office a call. 

Victor has been doing real estate transactions as a lawyer since 2002 & as an investor himself since 2003. There are a lot of nuances with real estate & we hope that if you have any questions to contact us during regular business hours. Along with being a Real Estate Attorney, Victor is also a Real Estate Broker, making his expertise long standing & efficient. 

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Located on IH-10 Between Huebner & De Zavala off Woodstone: 11815 W IH-10 #107, San Antonio, TX 78230

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Located on IH-10 Between Huebner & De Zavala off Woodstone: 11815 W IH-10 #107, San Antonio, TX 78230

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Located on IH-10 Between Huebner & De Zavala off Woodstone: 11815 W IH-10 #107, San Antonio, TX 78230

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