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Craighead County Beneficiary Deed Form

Craighead County Beneficiary Deed Form

Craighead County Beneficiary Deed Form

Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Document Last Validated 8/8/2025
Craighead County Beneficiary Deed Guide

Craighead County Beneficiary Deed Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 6/27/2025
Craighead County Completed Example of the Beneficiary Deed Document

Craighead County Completed Example of the Beneficiary Deed Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 5/26/2025

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Important: Your property must be located in Craighead County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Craighead County Circuit Clerk
Address:
511 Main St, Suite 200
Jonesboro, Arkansas 72401

Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm M-F

Phone: (870) 933-4530

Recording Tips for Craighead County:
  • Verify all names are spelled correctly before recording
  • Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned

Cities and Jurisdictions in Craighead County

Properties in any of these areas use Craighead County forms:

  • Bay
  • Black Oak
  • Bono
  • Brookland
  • Caraway
  • Cash
  • Egypt
  • Jonesboro
  • Lake City
  • Monette
  • State University

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Craighead County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Craighead County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.

Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Craighead County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Craighead County including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Craighead County you only need to order once.

What do I need to use these forms?

The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.

Are there any recurring fees?

No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.

How much does it cost to record in Craighead County?

Recording fees in Craighead County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (870) 933-4530 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

Beneficiary deeds in Arkansas are governed by A.S.A. 18-12-608. This statute offers owners of Arkansas real property to designate one or more beneficiaries who may gain the interest that remains in the owner's name at the time of his/her death.

Even though beneficiary deeds, just like other deeds of conveyance, must be lawfully recorded after they are completed and executed (signed in front of a notary), they differ from standard deeds in some important ways. If they are not recorded during the owner's life, they have no effect. Beneficiary deeds do not transfer any present interest in the real estate, so there is no requirement for consideration.

Perhaps one of their most unique features is the fact that the owner may execute and record new beneficiary deeds that change the beneficiary, the terms of the transfer, or even revoke the whole thing. The owner may even sell the property to someone else, leaving no interest to convey at death. Again, like the beneficiary deeds, to be effective, any changes must be recorded while the owner is alive. This flexibility allows land owners to retain absolute control over and use of the property.

When the owner dies, the beneficiary gains the title to the real estate described in the beneficiary deed. Any mortgages, liens, or obligations attached to the land at the time of the owner's death become the beneficiary's responsibility. In addition, if the owner received benefits from state or federal agencies, they might file reimbursement claims against the estate or the beneficiary.

Ultimately, beneficiary deeds can be a useful part of an overall estate plan. Still, executing one may impact the owner's eligibility for asset-based programs. Carefully consider the benefits and drawbacks to this type of conveyance to ensure that it supports the owner's overall intentions. Because each situation is unique, consult an attorney with specific questions.

(Arkansas Beneficiary Deed Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example) For use in Arkansas only.

Important: Your property must be located in Craighead County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

This Beneficiary Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Craighead County.

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The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Craighead County recording requirements for formatting. If there's an issue caused by our formatting, we'll make it right and refund your payment.

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