In Maine a Notice of Death Affidavit is appropriate for use by a surviving beneficiary identified in a recorded Transfer on Death Deed. The beneficiaries record the Notice of Death Affidavit (in the registry of deeds in the county where the real property is located) (to confirm title following the death of the transferor.)
The Notice of Death Affidavit must contain:
1. (The name and address, if known, of each beneficiary taking under the transfer on death deed)
2. (The street address of the property)
3. (The date of the transfer on death deed)
4. (The book and page number at which the transfer on death deed was recorded prior to the transferor's death)
5. (The name of the deceased transferor)
6. (The date and place of death)
7. (The name and address to which all future tax bills should be mailed)
8. (The affidavit must be notarized.) (ME revised statute 6-414)

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

How to Use This Form

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

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These are different form types, not alternate versions of the current form.

Transfer on Death Deed

Name a beneficiary to receive property after the owner's death.

Transfer on Death Revocation

Revoke a previously recorded transfer on death deed, canceling the beneficiary designation.

Disclaimer of Interest

Formally decline or renounce an interest in property.

Important: County-Specific Forms

Our notice of death affidavit forms are specifically formatted for each county in Maine.

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.

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