Affidavit of Survivorship
Remove a deceased co-owner from a real estate title when the property was held as joint tenants with right of survivorship, tenancy by the entirety, or community property with right of survivorship. The surviving owner records it with the county recorder, usually with a certified death certificate, so the title reflects sole ownership.
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Download Blank TemplateAffidavit of Survivorship Affidavit — Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need probate to remove a deceased spouse from a house title?
Not if the deed created a right of survivorship — such as joint tenancy, tenancy by the entirety, or community property with right of survivorship. In that case the deceased owner's interest passes to you automatically at death, and recording a notarized affidavit of survivorship with a certified death certificate updates the county record without probate.
Where do I file an affidavit of survivorship?
File the notarized affidavit with the county recorder, register of deeds, or land records office in the county where the property is located. Most counties require a certified copy of the death certificate to be attached and charge a modest recording fee, after which the public record shows you as sole owner.
How do I make a affidavit of survivorship affidavit legally valid?
Fill in the affidavit of survivorship affidavit, print it, and sign it in front of a Notary Public — do not sign beforehand. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Notaries are available at UPS Stores, banks, law offices, courthouses, and through online notarization services, and fees typically range from $2 to $25 per signature depending on your state.
Is this affidavit of survivorship affidavit template free?
Yes. You can generate a completed affidavit of survivorship affidavit PDF or download a blank printable template completely free, with no sign-up required. Your information is used only to generate the document and is not stored after the PDF is created.