Coles County Deceased Joint Tenant Affidavit Form

Last validated June 26, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Coles County Deceased Joint Tenant Affidavit Form

Coles County Deceased Joint Tenant Affidavit Form

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Document Last Validated 6/26/2026
Coles County Joint Tenant Affidavit Guide

Coles County Joint Tenant Affidavit Guide

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Coles County Completed Example of the Deceased Joint Tenant Affidavit Document

Coles County Completed Example of the Deceased Joint Tenant Affidavit Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 5/11/2026

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

Where to Record Your Documents

County Clerk and Recorder - Courthouse

Address:
651 Jackson Ave, Room 122
Charleston, Illinois 61920

Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F

Phone: (217) 348-7325 or (217) 348-0525

Recording Tips for Coles County:
  • White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned

Cities and Jurisdictions in Coles County

Properties in any of these areas use Coles County forms:

  • Ashmore
  • Charleston
  • Humboldt
  • Lerna
  • Mattoon
  • Oakland
  • Trilla

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Coles County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Coles 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 Coles 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 Coles County?

Recording fees in Coles County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (217) 348-7325 or (217) 348-0525 for current fees.

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Complete this affidavit and submit it, along with a certified copy of the decedent's death certificate (required) and last will and testament (if available), to the county office responsible for maintaining land records. Once recorded, it serves as public notice of the change in property ownership.

(Illinois Deceased Joint Tenant Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

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

This Deceased Joint Tenant Affidavit meets all recording requirements specific to Coles County.

Our Promise

The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Coles 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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