Coles County Transfer on Death Instrument Form

Last validated April 20, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Coles County Transfer on Death Instrument

Coles County Transfer on Death Instrument

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

Document Last Validated 4/20/2026
Coles County Transfer on Death Instrument Guide

Coles County Transfer on Death Instrument Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 4/9/2026
Coles County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Instrument Document

Coles County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Instrument Document

Example of a properly completed Illinois Transfer on Death Instrument document for reference.

Document Last Validated 3/31/2026

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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:
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
  • Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these

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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Comparable to Ladybird, beneficiary, and enhanced life estate deeds, these instruments permit homeowners to name a beneficiary to gain title to their residential real property following the owner's death, while retaining absolute possession of and control over the property while alive. Because the Illinois document DOES NOT transfer ownership when it's executed, the owner may revoke the transfer at will, and is allowed to reallocate, sell, or otherwise dispose of the real estate as desired with no penalties, restrictions or obligation.

(Illinois Transfer on Death 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 Transfer on Death Instrument 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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