Michigan Warranty Deed with Enhanced Life Estate
County Specific Legal Forms Validated as recently as July 17, 2026 by our Forms Development Team
About the Michigan Warranty Deed with Enhanced Life Estate
How to Use This Form
- Select your county from the list on the left
- 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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A warranty deed with enhanced life estate is sometimes referred to as a ladybird deed. When correctly executed and recorded, this deed provides the structure for a non-testamentary transfer of real property. Leaving the real property out of a will allows the transfer to occur without the need for probate.
The grantor conveys the real estate back to herself, but reserves a life estate with full power to sell, mortgage, change the beneficiary, or otherwise use the property with no penalty for waste or obligation to inform the beneficiary. When the grantor dies, the property rights, if still available, transfer to the default beneficiary.
To finalize the conveyance, the beneficiary must file a property transfer affidavit within 45 days of the grantor's death. Submit the form to the assessor's office located in the same county as the real estate.
(Michigan WD with Enhanced Life Estate 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
What Others Like You Are Saying
"Deeds.com made this process of electronic document recording so easy! The communication was quick, f…"
"My document got recorded right away. Thank you! Will use again in the future when needed."
"I was able to use your website for the purpose I was looking for. I was able to conclude the transac…"
"So far I like the ease of availability of the site and the help guides."
"I have yet to have my Certification of Trust notarized nor have I gone to my bank to see if it's acc…"
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Important: County-Specific Forms
Our warranty deed with enhanced life estate forms are specifically formatted for each county in Michigan.
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.