Changing a Joint Tenancy into a Sole Tenancy?
Your first step is to seek the advice of your Housing Officer. If both joint tenants are in agreement, then the process is quite straightforward and you will be asked to come into your local office to sign an Assignment Deed. However, if both of you are not in agreement and only one wishes to give up the tenancy, you must seek independent legal advice. Changing a Sole Tenancy to a Joint Tenancy You will need to prove that your partner has lived with you for at least a year. mhs homes will then decide whether it can grant a Joint Tenancy. A new Joint Tenancy will not be granted if there are any outstanding rent arrears. You should apply to your Housing Officer as a first step.