This bill amends West Virginia Code §39-1-5 to simplify the process of acknowledging a deed or writing for the sale or conveyance of real estate valued at $12,000 or less. The new provisions allow either a husband or wife to acknowledge the deed independently, without requiring the acknowledgment of the other spouse. This change aims to streamline the process and reduce potential delays in real estate transactions involving lower-value properties.

The bill introduces specific language regarding the acknowledgment process, including the ability for a wife to acknowledge the deed together with or separately from her husband. It also provides a standardized format for the acknowledgment certificate, whether both spouses acknowledge the deed simultaneously or separately. Overall, the bill seeks to facilitate real estate transactions by allowing greater flexibility in the acknowledgment process for married couples.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 39-1-5