what form would I use to add my spouse to the title deed of my house?

My husband and I bought a house before we got married but he is the only one on the mortgage and title for the home. We are in our 50's now and would like to add myself to the title deed to the home too so we don't run into legal issues if in event that he would pass away before me.

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The main form used to transfer property between spouses is called a Quit Claim Deed. This allows you to transfer interest without going through a full real estate transaction. The Quit Claim Deed must be signed by the current owner(s) of the property, notarized, and then filed with the county recorder office where the property is located. There is typically a small filing fee. You will need the full legal description of the property and the Property ID Number or Parcel ID to complete the Quit Claim Deed form properly. This can be found on your current deed, property tax statement, or through the county assessor's office. Both spouses will need valid photo ID when signing the Quit Claim Deed in front of a notary public. If there are already loans secured by the property, the lender may need to provide approval to add the spouse, so check with your mortgage company first.