Under the Nebraska Statutes, the beneficiary of an interest in property may renounce the gift, either in part or in full (Neb. Rev. Stat. 30-2352). Note that the option to renounce is only available to beneficiaries who have not acted in any way to indicate acceptance or ownership of the interest.

The instrument of renunciation must be in writing and include a description of the interest, a declaration of intent to renounce all or a defined portion of the interest, and be signed by the renouncing party ( 30-2352 (2)).

Deliver the instrument within nine months of the transfer (e.g., the death of the creator of the interest) to the personal representative of the decedent's estate or the trustee, and file a copy with the court of the county that has or would have jurisdiction over proceedings regarding the estate of the deceased. If real property is involved, a copy of the instrument must be recorded at the office of the Register of Deeds in the county where the property is located in order to avoid any ambiguity in the chain of title ( 30-2352 (3) (b)).

A renunciation is irrevocable and binding for the renouncing party and his or her creditors, so be sure to consult an attorney when in doubt about the drawbacks and benefits of renouncing inherited or gifted property. If the renounced interest arises out of jointly-owned property, seek legal advice as well.

(Nebraska DOI Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

These are different form types, not alternate versions of the current form.

Transfer on Death Deed 3 options

Name a beneficiary to receive property after the owner's death.

Transfer on Death Revocation 2 options

Revoke a previously recorded transfer on death deed, canceling the beneficiary designation.

Death Certificate Cover Sheet for a Transfer on Death Deed

Document filed alongside a certified copy of the deceased owner's death certificate that identifies the prior recorded TOD deed and formally puts the county land records on notice that title has passed to the named beneficiary.

Certificate of Trust

Certify the existence of a trust and the trustee authority to act, in place of recording the full trust. Includes certification of trust and trustee certificate formats.

Personal Representative Deed 2 options

Transfer estate property through a court-appointed personal representative.

Trustees Deed

Transfer property from a trust through a trustee.

Small Estate Affidavit for Real Property

Sworn statement used to transfer a deceased person's real estate to their heirs or beneficiaries outside of formal probate when the estate qualifies under a state's small estate threshold and procedural requirements.

Affidavit of Death

Document the death of an owner or party connected with title.

Affidavit of Successor

Document a successor's interest in a deceased owner's property.

Important: County-Specific Forms

Our disclaimer of interest forms are specifically formatted for each of the 93 counties in Nebraska.

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.

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