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Under Idaho community property law, both spouses must sign to:

Correct Answer

B) Sell or encumber community real property

In Idaho, both spouses must consent to and sign any deed or encumbrance affecting community real property. This requirement protects each spouse's equal ownership interest and applies to sales, mortgages, and other conveyances of community real estate.

Answer Options
A
No signature requirement exists — either spouse may act alone on any transaction
B
Sell or encumber community real property
C
Obtain a court order before completing any real estate transaction
D
File separate property disclosures with the county recorder

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Idaho Code 32-912community property conveyancedeed requirementstitle insurancevoidable transactions

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Idaho Code 32-912both spouses signcommunity real propertyconveyanceencumbrance
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