Property Ownership
A Nebraska property owner conveys property to themselves and their spouse after marriage. They should use which type of deed to establish a new form of co-ownership?
AQuitclaim deed from spouse to both names
BNew warranty deed from the owner to both spouses as tenants by the entirety✓ Correct
CNo deed needed — marriage automatically changes title
DAn affidavit of marriage filed with the county recorder
Explanation
To change title to reflect a married couple's preferred form of co-ownership, a new deed should be executed and recorded. A warranty deed conveying to both spouses clearly establishes their co-ownership rights.
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