To change a deed in New York City, you will need a deed signed and notarized by the grantor. The deed must also be filed and recorded with the Office of the City Register. Transfer documents identifying if any taxes are due must also be filed and recorded with the City Register.
In real estate law, "assignment" is simply the transfer of a deed of trust from one party to another.
Amending a trust deed is process that should be treated as requiring careful planning, consideration and intentionality. Indeed, unintended (and undesirable) consequences can flow from a purported trust amendment that has been undertaken with such consideration, such as a resettlement of the trust.
Transfers of real property must be in writing and notarized. Deeds should be recorded in the county where the property is located. To ensure a legal change to the property title, you'll want the services of an attorney. A qualified attorney will prepare and file the real estate transfer deed.
It usually takes four to six weeks to complete the legal processes involved in the transfer of title.
The Trustee is usually the person that prepares the Deed of Trust. It is usually a lawyer or an employee of the Lender. The Lender can change the Trustee at any time.
 
                     
                     
                     
                     
                    