How do I add my partner's name to my property title?

To include your partner on your title they will need to have an interest or share recorded in the property. Any mortgages on the property will also need to reflect their interest or share in the property.
If you plan to transfer a share in your property and renegotiate any mortgage you should contact your lender in the first instance. Mortgagees usually charge a fee for this service. Your solicitor or licensed conveyancer (referred to as “legal representative” below) will lodge all relevant documents on your behalf.
Generally your legal representative will prepare the following forms:

1. Transfer form

The transfer document.  It is an electronic form that transfers a share or portion of your title to your partner.
 

2. Notice of sale (NOS) form

A Notice of Sale (NOS) is automatically generated as part of the transaction. The NOS form contains information regarding the transaction including the incoming owner’s details, date of the contract for sale, date of settlement and purchase price.
In a very small number of instances, your legal representative may need to complete and lodge a free online Notice of sale form available from NSW LRS Online, or a paper copy of the NOS form (which is available to purchase from our office at Level 30, 175 Liverpool Street Sydney NSW for a nominal fee). Your legal representative will advise you when you need to separately prepare and lodge a NOS form. 

 

3. Any mortgage documents

Any mortgage documents will be prepared by your lender and they will normally separately lodge them on your behalf. Your lender will be in contact with your legal representative to ensure the transaction is lodged with NSW LRS smoothly. Remember if you already have a mortgage you should seek advice from your lender in the first instance.

Current lodgment fees - see Land title fees page - will apply for any transfer and mortgage documents.
 

Publicatiion Date: July 2024