Transmutation Agreement - California

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Spouses change property between community and separate ownership. You and your spouse are reviewing a written change to the character of property under California Family Code Section 852.

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Who this form is for

  • Spouses or registered domestic partners considering a change between community and separate property.
  • Couples gathering property details to discuss with their independent attorneys.
  • People arranging notarization of both signatures after obtaining legal advice.

What you'll need

  • Each spouse's name, marriage or registration date and acceptable identification.
  • A precise description of each asset and its proposed character before and after the agreement.
  • For real estate, the address, parcel number and exact legal description from the deed, plus advice about recording and any additional deed.

How to complete it

  1. Read the complete packet. We strongly recommend each spouse speak with their own attorney before signing; changing property character can affect inheritance, divorce, taxes and creditors.
  2. With independent legal guidance, describe each asset and its proposed ownership character. Follow the packet's real estate and attachment instructions where applicable.
  3. Complete the counsel choices, save and check the PDF in your own PDF app, then print. Arrange for both spouses to bring acceptable identification to the notary appointment.
  4. Follow your attorneys' advice and the packet's signing and recording instructions. Confirm any additional deed, lender, title company or county recorder requirements before recording real estate paperwork.

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