Cumberland County Notice of Death Affidavit Form
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Cumberland County Notice of Death Affidavit Form
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Cumberland County Notice of Death Affidavit Guide
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Cumberland County Completed Example of the Notice of Death Affidavit Document
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Where to Record Your Documents
Registry of Deeds
Portland, Maine 04101/ 04112
Hours: 8:30 to 4:00 Monday through Friday / arrive early for recording
Phone: 207-871-8389
Recording Tips for Cumberland County:
- Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
- Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
- Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
- Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
- Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
Cities and Jurisdictions in Cumberland County
Properties in any of these areas use Cumberland County forms:
- Bailey Island
- Bridgton
- Brunswick
- Bustins Island
- Cape Elizabeth
- Casco
- Chebeague Island
- Cliff Island
- Cumberland Center
- Cumberland Foreside
- East Baldwin
- Falmouth
- Freeport
- Gorham
- Gray
- Harpswell
- Harrison
- Long Island
- Naples
- New Gloucester
- North Bridgton
- North Yarmouth
- Orrs Island
- Peaks Island
- Portland
- Pownal
- Raymond
- Scarborough
- Sebago
- South Casco
- South Freeport
- South Portland
- South Windham
- Standish
- Steep Falls
- West Baldwin
- Westbrook
- Windham
- Yarmouth
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Cumberland County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Cumberland 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 Cumberland County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Cumberland 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 Cumberland 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 Cumberland County?
Recording fees in Cumberland County vary. Contact the recorder's office at 207-871-8389 for current fees.
Questions answered? Let's get started!
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)
Important: Your property must be located in Cumberland County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Notice of Death Affidavit meets all recording requirements specific to Cumberland County.
Our Promise
The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Cumberland 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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