Mckenzie County Transfer on Death Affidavit Form

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Mckenzie County Transfer on Death Affidavit Form

Mckenzie County Transfer on Death Affidavit Form

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Mckenzie County Transfer on Death Affidavit Guide

Mckenzie County Transfer on Death Affidavit Guide

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Mckenzie County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Affidavit Document

Mckenzie County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Affidavit Document

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Document Last Validated 4/13/2026

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

Where to Record Your Documents

McKenzie County Recorder

Address:
Courthouse - 201 5th St NW, Suite 523
Watford City, North Dakota 58854

Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM CT

Phone: (701) 444-3616 Ext 4

Recording Tips for Mckenzie County:
  • Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
  • Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
  • Recording early in the week helps ensure same-week processing

Cities and Jurisdictions in Mckenzie County

Properties in any of these areas use Mckenzie County forms:

  • Alexander
  • Arnegard
  • Cartwright
  • Grassy Butte
  • Keene
  • Mandaree
  • Watford City

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Mckenzie County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Mckenzie County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (701) 444-3616 Ext 4 for current fees.

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Taking Ownership of Property from a North Dakota Transfer on Death Deed

In 2011, North Dakota enacted the Uniform Real Property Transfer on Death Act, found in the North Dakota Century Code (NDCC) at Chapter 30.1-32.1.

Under this statute, owners of North Dakota real property may transfer title to one or more beneficiaries, effective at the transferor's death, by lawfully executing and recording a transfer on death deed in the county or counties where the property is located (NDCC 32.1-02).

This transfer is nontestamentary, meaning it is not included in the owner's will (30.1-32.1-04). As a result, it does not require probate distribution. Instead, the beneficiary gains ownership of the property when the transferor dies.

To formalize the change in ownership, beneficiaries complete and record an affidavit, confirming their acceptance of the transfer. Along with the affidavit, they must submit an official copy of the deceased owner's death certificate. This process enters the new information into public records and maintains a clear chain of title (ownership history).

Contact an attorney with specific questions or for complex situations.

(North Dakota TOD Affidavit Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

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

This Transfer on Death Affidavit meets all recording requirements specific to Mckenzie County.

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