Property Ownership
A NH property owner wants to give their adult child the family home as a gift. The most appropriate way to transfer the property is by:
AVerbal agreement witnessed by a notary
BExecuting and recording a deed conveying the property to the child✓ Correct
CAdding the child's name to the property tax bill
DFiling a declaration of gift with the NH Secretary of State
Explanation
Real property in NH is transferred by deed. The owner must execute a deed (quitclaim or warranty) naming the child as grantee, have it signed before a notary public, and record it at the county Registry of Deeds. The NH Real Estate Transfer Tax may apply unless an exemption (such as family transfer) applies.
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