Washoe County Transfer on Death Deed Form

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Washoe County Transfer on Death Deed

Washoe County Transfer on Death Deed

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Washoe County Transfer on Death Deed Guide

Washoe County Transfer on Death Deed Guide

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Washoe County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Deed Document

Washoe County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Deed Document

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Washoe County Recorder

Address:
1001 E Ninth St, Bldg A, Suite 140/150
Reno, Nevada 89512

Hours: 8:00 to 5:00 M-F

Phone: (775) 328-3661

Recording Tips for Washoe County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
  • Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count

Cities and Jurisdictions in Washoe County

Properties in any of these areas use Washoe County forms:

  • Crystal Bay
  • Empire
  • Gerlach
  • Incline Village
  • Nixon
  • Reno
  • Sparks
  • Sun Valley
  • Verdi
  • Wadsworth
  • Washoe Valley

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Washoe County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Washoe 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 Washoe 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 Washoe County?

Recording fees in Washoe County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (775) 328-3661 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

Nevada's statutory transfer on death instrument for real property is called a deed upon death. It is governed by NRS 111.655-111.699 (2013), inclusive, and incorporates the Uniform Real Property Transfer on Death Act into its text. Like other transfer on death deeds, THE EXECUTED DEED, AS WELL AS ANY CHANGES OR REVOCATIONS, MUST BE RECORDED IN THE COUNTY WHERE THE LAND IS LOCATED, DURING THE OWNER'S NATURAL LIFE.

Transfer on death deeds/deeds upon death make it possible for owners of real estate in Nevada to convey their land to one or more designated beneficiaries after their death, with no need to subject the property to probate distribution. Significantly, transfers included in deeds upon death are not affected by directions included in wills. As such, these deeds comprise only one part of a regularly updated overall estate plan.

When correctly executed and recorded, a deed upon death only contains a potential future interest in the property, so there is no requirement to pay consideration or to give notice to any named beneficiary. In addition, the owner retains absolute control over the property, including the right to change beneficiary designations, revoke the deed, sign sales, rental, or mortgage agreements, and use the land in any other lawful way without penalty.

After the owner's death, the surviving beneficiary claims the property by recording an affidavit of death of grantor, along with an official copy of the owner's death certificate. Alternately, if the beneficiary is unable or unwilling to accept the transfer, the statutes provide a method to disclaim it.

Overall, Nevada's deed upon death offers a flexible tool for estate planning. Because each circumstance is unique, take the time to fully understand the benefits and drawbacks that accompany these documents, including the potential impact on taxes, benefit eligibility and repayment, and other financial concerns. Contact a local attorney with specific questions or for complex situations.

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

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

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

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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Washoe 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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