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Humboldt County Transfer on Death Revocation Form

Humboldt County Revocation of Transfer on Death Deed Form

Humboldt County Revocation of Transfer on Death Deed Form

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

Document Last Validated 7/16/2025
Humboldt County Revocation of Transfer on Death Deed Guide

Humboldt County Revocation of Transfer on Death Deed Guide

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Document Last Validated 6/30/2025
Humboldt County Completed Example of the Revocation of Transfer on Death Deed Document

Humboldt County Completed Example of the Revocation of Transfer on Death Deed Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 7/18/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Humboldt County Clerk-Recorder
Address:
825 5th St, 5th Floor
Eureka, California 95501

Hours: 8:30am to 5:00pm

Phone: (707) 445-7593 or (888) 486-2732

Recording Tips for Humboldt County:
  • Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
  • Verify all names are spelled correctly before recording
  • Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
  • Request a receipt showing your recording numbers
  • Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions

Cities and Jurisdictions in Humboldt County

Properties in any of these areas use Humboldt County forms:

  • Alderpoint
  • Arcata
  • Bayside
  • Blocksburg
  • Blue Lake
  • Bridgeville
  • Carlotta
  • Cutten
  • Eureka
  • Ferndale
  • Fields Landing
  • Fortuna
  • Garberville
  • Honeydew
  • Hoopa
  • Hydesville
  • Kneeland
  • Korbel
  • Loleta
  • Mckinleyville
  • Miranda
  • Myers Flat
  • Orick
  • Orleans
  • Petrolia
  • Phillipsville
  • Redcrest
  • Redway
  • Rio Dell
  • Samoa
  • Scotia
  • Trinidad
  • Weott
  • Whitethorn
  • Willow Creek

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Humboldt County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Humboldt 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 Humboldt 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 Humboldt County?

Recording fees in Humboldt County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (707) 445-7593 or (888) 486-2732 for current fees.

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Revoking a Transfer on Death Deed in California

Transfer on death deeds allow individual landowners to transfer their real estate when they die, but outside of a will and without the need for probate. 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, however, there is no change in ownership when a transfer on death deed is recorded (5650).

As with transfer on death deeds, any change or revocation must be recorded DURING THE TRANSFEROR'S LIFE or it will be void.

Revocability is one of the unique features of transfer on death deeds. By retaining title to the property, it's easier for the transferor to respond to changes in circumstances or intentions. There are three ways to revoke a recorded TODD: transfer the real estate outright (in other words, use a standard deed, such as a grant or quitclaim deed, to convey the title away from the transferor); execute and record a new TODD, which automatically supersedes the previous document; or execute and record an instrument of revocation (5628-5632, 5660(c)).

While the statute allows three options for revocation, to maintain a clear title, it makes sense to record an instrument of revocation before either of the other two options. This provides a clear endpoint to the beneficiary's potential future interest, which reduces the chances for future claims against the title. Once the revocation is in place, the transferor may sell or redirect the property without worrying about the prior TODD.

Be aware, too, that the TODD is NOT affected by provisions in the owner's will (5642(b)). Best practices dictate that any change to an estate plan initiates a review of the whole thing, so to reduce the chance for conflict, make sure that the transfer on death deed, as well as any modifications or revocations, reinforces the will and other related documents.

Revoking a recorded transfer on death deed is a fairly simple process. Even so, it may not be appropriate in all cases. Contact an attorney for complex situations or with any questions.

Effective January 1, 2022 by California Senate Bill 315
A Revocation of a Revocable Transfer on Death Deed shall be signed by two persons who are both present at the same time and who witness you either signing the form or acknowledging the form. Then NOTARIZE your signature (witness signatures do not need to be notarized). RECORD the form in the county where the property is located.

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

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

This Transfer on Death Revocation meets all recording requirements specific to Humboldt County.

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