Coles County Notice of Death Affidavit and Acceptance Form
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Coles County Notice of Death Affidavit Form
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Coles County Notice of Death Affidavit Guide
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Coles County Completed Example of the Notice of Death Affidavit Document
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Where to Record Your Documents
County Clerk and Recorder - Courthouse
Charleston, Illinois 61920
Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F
Phone: (217) 348-7325 or (217) 348-0525
Recording Tips for Coles County:
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
- Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
- Bring multiple forms of payment in case one isn't accepted
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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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?
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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 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)
Important: Your property must be located in Coles County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Notice of Death Affidavit and Acceptance meets all recording requirements specific to Coles County.
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