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Shelby County Deceased Joint Tenant Affidavit Form

Shelby County Deceased Joint Tenant Affidavit Form

Shelby County Deceased Joint Tenant Affidavit Form

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

Document Last Validated 8/12/2025
Shelby County Joint Tenant Affidavit Guide

Shelby County Joint Tenant Affidavit Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 4/16/2025
Shelby County Completed Example of the Deceased Joint Tenant Affidavit Document

Shelby County Completed Example of the Deceased Joint Tenant Affidavit Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 8/11/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Shelby County Clerk/ Recorder
Address:
Courthouse - 301 E Main St, Rm 8 / PO Box 230
Shelbyville, Illinois 62565

Hours: 8:00 to 4:00 M-F

Phone: (217) 774-4421

Recording Tips for Shelby County:
  • Verify all names are spelled correctly before recording
  • Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
  • Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
  • Have the property address and parcel number ready

Cities and Jurisdictions in Shelby County

Properties in any of these areas use Shelby County forms:

  • Cowden
  • Findlay
  • Herrick
  • Lakewood
  • Mode
  • Oconee
  • Shelbyville
  • Sigel
  • Stewardson
  • Strasburg
  • Tower Hill
  • Windsor

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Shelby County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Shelby County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (217) 774-4421 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

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 Shelby County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

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

Our Promise

The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Shelby 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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