Cook County Affidavit of Identity and Survivorship for Transfer on Death Deeds Form

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Cook County Affidavit of Identity and Survivorship for Transfer on Death Deeds Form

Cook County Affidavit of Identity and Survivorship for Transfer on Death Deeds Form

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Document Last Validated 11/18/2025
Cook County Affidavit of Indentity and Survivorship for Transfer on Death Deed Guide

Cook County Affidavit of Indentity and Survivorship for Transfer on Death Deed Guide

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Cook County Completed Example of the Affidavit of Identity and Survivorship for TODD Document

Cook County Completed Example of the Affidavit of Identity and Survivorship for TODD Document

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Important: Your property must be located in Cook County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Cook County Recorder
Address:
Courthouse - 411 West 2nd St
Grand Marais, Minnesota 55604

Hours: 8:00 to 4:00 Monday through Friday

Phone: (218) 387-3660

Recording Tips for Cook County:
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  • Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired
  • Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
  • Recording early in the week helps ensure same-week processing

Cities and Jurisdictions in Cook County

Properties in any of these areas use Cook County forms:

  • Grand Marais
  • Grand Portage
  • Hovland
  • Lutsen
  • Schroeder
  • Tofte

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Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Cook County?

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Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Cook 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 Cook County?

Recording fees in Cook County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (218) 387-3660 for current fees.

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Affidavit of Identity and Survivorship for Transfer on Death Deeds -- Minnesota Form 50.2.3

Minnesota's transfer on death deeds are governed by Minn. Stat. 507.071.

To complete the transfer of property rights after the grantor owner's death, the beneficiary must file an affidavit of identity and survivorship in the county where the land is located (subd.20). The affidavit must contain details about the deceased grantor owner, all beneficiaries, surviving or deceased, a legal description of the real estate, recording information from the transfer on death deed, and the address of the individual or entity who should receive future tax statements.

In addition to the affidavit, include an official copy of the grantor owner's death certificate and a clearance certificate from the Minnesota Department of Human Services. All three forms are required, and may be filed as a unified document with references on the affidavit to the death certificate and clearance certificate, but each may also be recorded individually. Note that the transfer is not completed until all three forms are filed for record.

The beneficiary may complete an online request from the DHS website: https://edocs.dhs.state.mn.us/lfserver/Public/DHS-5893-ENG to obtain the clearance certificate.

Individual counties may require additional information -- check with the local agency responsible for maintaining land records with any questions.

(Minnesota AOS Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

Important: Your property must be located in Cook County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

This Affidavit of Identity and Survivorship for Transfer on Death Deeds meets all recording requirements specific to Cook County.

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