A deed is a written and signed legal document that transfers property ownership. (c). "Deed" includes any deed, grant, mortgage, deed of trust, lease, assignment, and release, pertaining to land or property or any interest therein or.Notify each tenant that there has been a transfer of ownership in the property. In real estate transactions, a trust deed transfers the legal title of a property to a third party until the borrower repays their debt to the lender. The Supervisor of Assessments shall transfer ownership of property in the assessment records, effective as of the date of recordation. How do I clear up the deed? In order to change any information in a Deed, a new Deed has to be prepared. "You'll need to file a quit claim deed and a change of ownership form that transfers title from your name to the trust," said Banuelos. ➢ DPA Deed of Trust Note. (T) "Property" means the property described below under the heading "Transfer of Rights in the Property.