When Mark, a homeowner in Renton, WA, accepted an offer on his house and signed a purchase and sale agreement with a qualified buyer, he was excited to move on to his next chapter. The closing date was set, documents were in order, and both parties were prepared for a seamless real estate transaction.
However, just two weeks before closing, a critical issue surfaced: Mark’s ex-wife was still listed on the title of the property. Years earlier, the home had been awarded to Mark in their divorce, but the deed had never been formally updated. Now, with escrow pending and the title company refusing to proceed without full clarity, the sale was suddenly in jeopardy.
Mark knew that any delay could cause the buyer to walk away, force a renegotiation of contract terms, or even collapse the deal entirely. With limited time to act and the clock ticking toward the closing date, he contacted the Law Office of Theresa Nguyen, PLLC, hoping to fix the issue without altering the timeline or legal terms of the contract.
We immediately took action. Our team:
Reviewed the title history and confirmed the nature of the ownership issue
Coordinated directly with Mark’s ex-wife, who was cooperative but located out-of-state
Drafted the required deed documents to legally transfer full ownership to Mark
Set up Remote Online Notarization (RON) to allow the ex-wife to sign from her location securely and legally
Facilitated digital signing and document authentication
Recorded the deed with the appropriate county recorder’s office promptly and without error
Throughout the process, we maintained constant communication with the title company, escrow officer, and real estate agents to ensure everyone remained aligned and confident that the sale would close on time.
Thanks to our fast response, legal precision, and use of digital tools, the deed was successfully transferred and recorded in time for the original closing date. Mark was able to fulfill all terms of the purchase agreement without needing to renegotiate or reschedule.
What could have turned into a failed sale or legal dispute became a smooth resolution—and a satisfied client.
“I thought everything was ready, and when the title issue came up, I panicked. But Theresa’s team took over and handled everything with speed and professionalism. I didn’t lose the buyer or delay closing—just incredible.”
— Mark, Home Seller & Satisfied Client
Property ownership and title transfers can be complex, especially when divorce, inheritance, or past oversight is involved. If you're preparing to sell, buy, or transfer property, our attorneys ensure your deed is legally valid, properly recorded, and free of pitfalls that can jeopardize your transaction.
Are you selling a home and unsure if your title is clear? Need help with a last-minute deed transfer? We can help—quickly and efficiently.
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