Watonwan County Affidavit of Identity and Survivorship for Transfer on Death Deeds Form
Last validated October 1, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Watonwan County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Butterfield, Darfur, La Salle, Lewisville, Madelia, Odin, Saint James.
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Watonwan County Affidavit of Identity and Survivorship for Transfer on Death Deeds Form
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Watonwan County Affidavit of Indentity and Survivorship for Transfer on Death Deed Guide
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Watonwan County Completed Example of the Affidavit of Identity and Survivorship for TODD Document
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Where to Record Your Documents
Watonwan County Recorder
St. James, Minnesota 56081
Hours: 8:00am - 12:00 & 1:00 - 5:00pm M-F
Phone: (507) 375-1216
Recording Tips for Watonwan County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
- Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
- Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
Cities and Jurisdictions in Watonwan County
Properties in any of these areas use Watonwan County forms:
- Butterfield
- Darfur
- La Salle
- Lewisville
- Madelia
- Odin
- Saint James
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Watonwan County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Watonwan 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 Watonwan County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Watonwan 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 Watonwan 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. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. 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 Watonwan County?
Recording fees in Watonwan County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (507) 375-1216 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 Watonwan County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.
This Affidavit of Identity and Survivorship for Transfer on Death Deeds meets all recording requirements specific to Watonwan County.
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