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Merrick County Transfer on Death Deed Form

Merrick County Transfer on Death Deed Form

Merrick County Transfer on Death Deed Form

Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Document Last Validated 5/19/2025
Merrick County Transfer on Death Deed Guide

Merrick County Transfer on Death Deed Guide

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Document Last Validated 8/13/2025
Merrick County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Deed Document

Merrick County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Deed Document

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Document Last Validated 4/8/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Merrick County Register of Deeds
Address:
1510 18th St / PO Box 27
Central City, Nebraska 68826

Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm M-F

Phone: (308) 946-2881

Recording Tips for Merrick County:
  • Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
  • Verify all names are spelled correctly before recording
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
  • Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top

Cities and Jurisdictions in Merrick County

Properties in any of these areas use Merrick County forms:

  • Archer
  • Central City
  • Chapman
  • Clarks
  • Palmer
  • Silver Creek

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Merrick County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Merrick 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 Merrick County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Merrick County including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.

Can I reuse these forms?

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

Recording fees in Merrick County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (308) 946-2881 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

The Nebraska Uniform Real Property Transfer on Death Act is found at Sections 76-3401 to 76-3423 of the Nebraska Revised Statutes. This useful law provides an option for land owners to convey their real estate after their death, but without the need to include it in a will.

A transfer on death deed (TODD), when lawfully executed, allows property owners to retain absolute title to and control over their land during their lives ( 76-3414). The deeds are also revocable (76-3413). In part, these features are possible because unlike traditional deeds (warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, etc.), TODDs do not require consideration from or notice to the beneficiary ( 76-3411).

In addition to meeting the content requirements of traditional deeds, people who use or revoke TODDs must meet the same competency standards as for creating a will (76-3408). The statute also demands the signatures of two disinterested witnesses (76-3409). Further, the document must contain specific warnings and must be recorded before the owner's death and within thirty days of signing ( 76-3410).

The rules for revoking a recorded TODD are set out at 76-3413. They include executing and recording a document that specifically revokes the TODD ( 76-3413(1)(B)); a new TODD that revokes the previous deed and changes the beneficiary or details about the transfer (76-3413(1)(A)); or transferring the real estate with a traditional deed (76-3413 (1)(C)).

When the owner dies, the beneficiary may accept the transfer by recording the appropriate documentation (76-3412, 76-3415) or disclaim the interest as provided by section 30-2352 (76-3416).

Overall, transfer on death deeds are flexible tools to consider as part of a comprehensive estate plan, but each circumstance is unique. Please contact an attorney for complex situations or with specific questions.

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

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

This Transfer on Death Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Merrick County.

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August 25th, 2025

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