Illinois Notice of Death Affidavit and Acceptance

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About the Illinois Notice of Death Affidavit and Acceptance

Illinois Notice of Death Affidavit and Acceptance
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  1. Select your county from the list on the left
  2. Download the county-specific form
  3. Fill in the required information
  4. Have the document notarized if required
  5. Record with your county recorder's office

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Complete and record this required statutory affidavit to finalize the transfer of residential real property initiated with the Illinois transfer on death instrument as governed by 755 ILSC 27.

A transfer on death instrument is effective as of the owner's death upon the filing of a notice of death affidavit and acceptance by the beneficiary or beneficiaries in the office of the recorder in the county or counties where the residential real estate is located. The notice of death affidavit and acceptance shall contain the name and address of each beneficiary who shall take under the transfer on death instrument, a legal description of the property, the street address, and parcel identification number of the residential real estate, the name of the deceased owner, and the date of death. The notice of death affidavit and acceptance shall be signed by each beneficiary or by the beneficiary's authorized representative.

(Illinois Notice of Death Affidavit Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

How to Use This Form

  1. Select your county from the list above
  2. Download the county-specific form
  3. Fill in the required information
  4. Have the document notarized if required
  5. Record with your county recorder's office

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— Van S.

"Easy to use...very informative...ttook care of exactly what I was looking for."

— Sara P.

"Wonderful response time, and patient with me. Thank you."

— Mary G.

"Very easy process, handled quickly without complications. Excellent communication about status."

— Gregory K.

"Easy to work with. Fair price. Nice, efficient service. Would definitely use Deeds.com again for any…"

— CAMILLE C.

"You had just the form I needed at a great price."

Common Uses for Notice of Death Affidavit and Acceptance

  • Establish the identity of the surviving property owner
  • Facilitate the removal of a decedent's name from a deed
  • Provide proof of death to a title company or lender
  • Record evidence of a property owner's passing with the county
  • Provide evidence of heirship for a property transfer
  • Clarify property ownership after a co-owner passes away
  • Document the death of a property owner for public record

Important: County-Specific Forms

Our notice of death affidavit and acceptance forms are specifically formatted for each county in Illinois.

After selecting your county, you'll receive forms that meet all local recording requirements, ensuring your documents will be accepted without delays or rejection fees.