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Notice of Death Affidavit Blank form
Use this form to tell the Recorder of Deeds office that a property owner has died and their property should be transferred to their beneficiaries.
Can I use this form?
You must be a beneficiary of a Transfer on Death Instrument, and the owner of the property must have died.
What do I need first?
To complete this form, you will need:
- The name and date of death of the property's owner,
- The names and addresses of all beneficiaries, and
- The address, property index number, and legal description of the property
All the beneficiaries will need to sign the form in front of a notary.
Last full review by a subject matter expert
November 01, 2023
Last revised by staff
June 10, 2026
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