Cook County Transfer on Death Deed by Married Sole Owner Form
Last validated September 23, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Cook County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Grand Marais, Grand Portage, Hovland, Lutsen, Schroeder, Tofte.
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Cook County Transfer on Death Deed by Married Sole Owner
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Cook County Transfer on Death Deed by Married Sole Owner Guide
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Cook County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Deed by Married Sole Owner Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
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Where to Record Your Documents
Cook County Recorder
Grand Marais, Minnesota 55604
Hours: 8:00 to 4:00 Monday through Friday
Phone: (218) 387-3660
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- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
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- Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
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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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How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Cook 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 Cook County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Cook 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 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. 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 Cook County?
Recording fees in Cook County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (218) 387-3660 for current fees.
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In Minnesota, transfer on death deeds are governed by Minn. Stat. 507.071.
While the statute provides a basic form, as well as overall content requirements, the state authorized the development of uniform conveyance documents for some specific situations. One such situation occurs when a married property owner holds sole title to the real estate he or she wishes to convey with a transfer on death deed. A correctly-completed basic statutory form is valid in most cases, but because the owner's husband or wife may be able to claim spousal interest in the property, these deeds require the spouse to sign a statement releasing any marital rights. Without this release, the non-probate transfer on death may not occur, and the property could revert to the deceased owner's estate for probate distribution instead. To prevent such unintended outcomes, there is a special deed for this circumstance.
This transfer on death deed form is for use ONLY by married grantor owners who are the sole spouse on the property's title.
As with other transfer on death deeds, this form must be executed and RECORDED during the grantor owner's lifetime.
(Minnesota TOD Deed by Married Sole Owner 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 county recording office listed above.
This Transfer on Death Deed by Married Sole Owner meets all recording requirements specific to Cook County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Cook 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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