Nevada County Transfer on Death Affidavit Form

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Nevada County Transfer on Death Affidavit Form

Nevada County Transfer on Death Affidavit Form

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Nevada County Transfer on Death Affidavit Guide

Nevada County Transfer on Death Affidavit Guide

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Nevada County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Affidavit Document

Nevada County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Affidavit Document

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Nevada County Clerk-Recorder

Address:
950 Maidu Ave, Suite 210
Nevada City , California 95959

Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM / Recording until 4:00 PM

Phone: 530-265-1221

Recording Tips for Nevada County:
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
  • Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
  • Ask about accepted payment methods when you call ahead

Cities and Jurisdictions in Nevada County

Properties in any of these areas use Nevada County forms:

  • Cedar Ridge
  • Chicago Park
  • Floriston
  • Grass Valley
  • Nevada City
  • Norden
  • North San Juan
  • Penn Valley
  • Rough And Ready
  • Smartsville
  • Soda Springs
  • Truckee
  • Washington

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Nevada County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Nevada 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 Nevada County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Nevada County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Nevada 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 Nevada County?

Recording fees in Nevada County vary. Contact the recorder's office at 530-265-1221 for current fees.

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Using an Affidavit of Death to Claim Real Estate from a California Transfer on Death Deed

Transfer on death deeds allow individual landowners to transfer their real estate when they die, without a will or the need for probate distribution. The transferor simply executes a TODD form, then records it during the course of his/her natural life, and within 60 days of the signing date (5626(a)). Unlike grant deeds or quitclaim deeds, the owner continues to hold title to the property when a transfer on death deed is recorded (5650). As such, TODDs are exempt from transfer taxes and the Preliminary Change of Ownership Report (PCOR).

What happens, then, when the owner dies? Section 5680 defines the process for switching the title over to the beneficiary. The beneficiary may establish the fact of the transferor's death under the procedure provided in California Probate Code Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 210) of Part 4 of Division 2. The first step is obtaining a certified copy of the death certificate. Then research the recording information from the transfer on death deed identifying the beneficiary. Complete an affidavit of death and sign it in front of a notary. Finally, file the affidavit, along with the copy of the death certificate, in the recording office for the county where the property is situated. Note that this act transfers title to the beneficiary, so it also requires the PCOR and any associated taxes and fees.

Beneficiaries take title to the property under the rules set out at section 5652. Be aware that any associated debts, obligations, or agreements in place when the owner died follow the real estate to the beneficiaries. In addition, the title transfers without warranty, so the beneficiaries might find themselves liable for future claims against the property. For these reasons, among others, some beneficiaries might wish to disclaim the gift (5652(a)(1)).

In general, transferring title to the beneficiary of a transfer on death deed is a simple process. Even so, complications may arise. Contact an attorney for complex situations or with any questions.

(California Transfer on Death Affidavit Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

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

This Transfer on Death Affidavit meets all recording requirements specific to Nevada County.

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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Nevada County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.

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