To transfer ownership, disclaim ownership, or add someone to title, you will choose between a “grant deed” and a “quitclaim deed.” Spouses/domestic partners transferring property between each other may choose an “interspousal deed.”
An interspousal deed is used between spouses or registered domestic partners to change real estate to or from community property.
A grant deed is used when a person who is on the current deedtransfers ownership or adds a name to a deed.
A quitclaim deed (sometimes misspelled “quick claim”) is used when someone gives up (waives or disclaims) ownership rights in favor of another person.