Madison County Transfer on Death Instrument Form
Last validated September 14, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Madison County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Alhambra, Alton, Bethalto, Collinsville, Cottage Hills, Dorsey, East Alton, Edwardsville and 19 more.
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Madison County Transfer on Death Instrument
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.
Madison County Transfer on Death Instrument Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.
Madison County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Instrument Document
Example of a properly completed Illinois Transfer on Death Instrument document for reference.
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Where to Record Your Documents
Madison County Recorder
Edwardsville, Illinois 62025
Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F
Phone: (618) 296-4475 or (618) 296-4775
Recording Tips for Madison County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
- Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
- Request a receipt showing your recording numbers
Cities and Jurisdictions in Madison County
Properties in any of these areas use Madison County forms:
- Alhambra
- Alton
- Bethalto
- Collinsville
- Cottage Hills
- Dorsey
- East Alton
- Edwardsville
- Glen Carbon
- Godfrey
- Granite City
- Hamel
- Hartford
- Highland
- Livingston
- Madison
- Marine
- Maryville
- Moro
- New Douglas
- Roxana
- Saint Jacob
- South Roxana
- Troy
- Venice
- Wood River
- Worden
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Madison County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Madison 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 Madison County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Madison 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 Madison 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. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. 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 Madison County?
Recording fees in Madison County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (618) 296-4475 or (618) 296-4775 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 Madison County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.
This Transfer on Death Instrument meets all recording requirements specific to Madison County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Madison 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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