North Dakota Transfer on Death Deed Revocation

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Revoking North Dakota's Transfer on Death Deeds

Note that revocations of transfer on death deeds must be recorded during the owner's life or they have no effect.

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.

According to this statute, owners of North Dakota real property may transfer property to one or more beneficiaries effective, at the transferor's death, by lawfully executing and recording a transfer on death deed (TODD) in the county or counties where the property is located (NDCC 32.1-02). The instruments must contain all the information required for traditional deeds, as well as a statement that the transfer will occur at the owner's death (30.1-32.1-06).

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. Even so, best practices dictate that the will and any other transfers should not contain any conflicting instructions.

Deeds under this law allow the owners to retain absolute ownership of and control over the land until death, including the ability to cancel or change the beneficiary designation, and to sell the property outright to someone else (30.1-32.1-09). Because the transfer is revocable (30.1-32.1-03), there is no obligation to notify the beneficiary or to collect consideration (money) for the potential future interest (30.1-32.1-07).

Revocability is one of the unique features of TODDs. It gives property owners the flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances by modifying or cancelling future transfers with relative ease. In addition, if the owner decides to sell the real estate to someone else, executing and recording a revocation provides a firm end point for a recorded TODD. This action reduces the potential for confusion about the title, and contributes to the property's clear chain of title (ownership history).

Section 30.1-32.1-08 provides the rules for revoking a recorded TODD. There are three main options, all of which must be executed and recorded while the owner is still alive:

- a new transfer on death deed that revokes all or part of the earlier deed

- an instrument of revocation that specifically revokes the earlier deed

- a tradition deed, such as a warranty or quitclaim deed, that conveys all the owner's interest in the property.

(North Dakota TODD Revocation Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

How to Use This Form

Select your county from the list above
Download the county-specific form
Fill in the required information
Have the document notarized if required
Record with your county recorder's office

What Others Like You Are Saying

— Robert F.

"Came with all the paperwork that I needed plus a lot more paperwork than what I needed. Covered all …"

— Lynn S.

"Great service. I did not have to put much thought into the process!!! Worth the $15.00 extra!!"

— Dorothea B.

"The Affidavit- Death of Joint Tenant form you provided is not the same form as showed on the Los Ang…"

— Ruth R.

"Very pleased with the service, solved an immediate problem for me and at good price."

— Thomas T.

"Amazing site, been using it since 2018 for forms and never an issue."

Common Uses for Transfer on Death Deed Revocation

Revoke a prior transfer on death or beneficiary designation
Retain full control of your property during your lifetime
Designate multiple beneficiaries for a property
Avoid probate costs and delays for your heirs
Change a previously named property beneficiary
Ensure your property passes directly to heirs at death

Compare other North Dakota deed forms and documents

Quitclaim Deed Gift Deed Warranty Deed Special Warranty Deed Grant Deed Correction Deed Easement Deed Termination of Easement Mineral Deed Mineral Deed with Quitclaim Covenants Notice of Lis Pendens Cancellation of Notice of Lis Pendens Mortgage Security Agreement and Promissory Note Certificate of Discharge of a Mortgage Assignment of Mortgage Contract for Deed Notice of Contract for Deed Cancellation of a Notice of Contract for Deed Transfer of Death Deed Transfer on Death Affidavit Trustee Deed Personal Representative Deed of Distribution Personal Representative Deed of Sale Certificate of Trust Disclaimer of Interest

Important: County-Specific Forms

Our transfer on death deed revocation forms are specifically formatted for each county in North Dakota.

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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