Maine Notice of Death Affidavit

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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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"This was so helpful! I was able to get the right forms. Presto! Peace of mind."

— Lola C.

"The process was efficient, from initiation to follow up took two days. This was a step in the right …"

— Kevin & Kim S.

"So very easy to use and we're so glad we could do everything from our home office."

— John L.

"Everything worked great. I hope I can get back to the document if I need to make changes. Thanks, Jo…"

— David E.

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Common Uses for Notice of Death Affidavit

Update county records to reflect the death of a property owner
Confirm the passing of a trustor or grantor for title purposes
Satisfy lender requirements after a co-borrower's death
Establish a chain of title after a property owner passes away
Support the transfer of property to surviving heirs
Document succession of interest in community property

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Important: County-Specific Forms

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

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