Sandusky County Transfer on Death Designation Affidavit Form

Sandusky County Transfer on Death Designation Affidavit
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Sandusky County Transfer on Death Designation Affidavit Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Sandusky County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Designation Affidavit Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
All 3 documents above included • One-time purchase • No recurring fees
Immediate Download • Secure Checkout
Additional Ohio and Sandusky County documents included at no extra charge:
Where to Record Your Documents
Sandusky County Recorder
Fremont, Ohio 43420
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday (last recording 4:15)
Phone: 419-334-6226
Recording Tips for Sandusky County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
- Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
- Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
- Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
Cities and Jurisdictions in Sandusky County
Properties in any of these areas use Sandusky County forms:
- Burgoon
- Clyde
- Fremont
- Gibsonburg
- Helena
- Lindsey
- Vickery
- Woodville
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Sandusky County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Sandusky 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 Sandusky County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Sandusky 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 Sandusky 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 Sandusky County?
Recording fees in Sandusky County vary. Contact the recorder's office at 419-334-6226 for current fees.
Questions answered? Let's get started!
Authorized under section 5302.22 of the Ohio Revised Code, the Transfer on Death Designation Affidavit (TDDA) allows owners of real estate situated in Ohio to plan the conveyance of their property to designated beneficiaries after their death. The conveyance occurs separately from a will and without the need for probate. These instruments are known in other states as transfer on death deeds, beneficiary deeds, or Lady Bird deeds, and all fall under the heading of Non-probate Transfers on Death.
TDDAs are useful estate planning tools, because unlike "regular" deeds (warranty, grant, quitclaim, etc.), which permanently transfer the owner's interest in the property, the grantor retains full ownership and control of the property while alive, and may change the beneficiaries, modify the terms, or even sell the property with no restriction or penalty. This flexibility is possible because the grantor accepts no consideration from any of the beneficiaries.
In addition to meeting all state and local standards for recorded documents, TDDAs must include a statement by "the individual executing the affidavit that the individual is the person appearing on the record of the real property as the owner of the real property or interest in the real property at the time of the recording of the affidavit and the marital status of that owner." Married owners must include a statement by "the owner's spouse stating that the spouse's dower rights are subordinate to the vesting of title to the real property or interest in the real property in the transfer on death beneficiary or beneficiaries designated in the affidavit" (RC 5302.22(D)(3)). It must also designate "one or more persons, identified by name, as transfer on death beneficiary or beneficiaries" ( 5302.22(D)(4)).
File the completed and notarized affidavit for recording in the county where the property is located. NOTE THAT THE AFFIDAVIT IS ONLY VALID WHEN SUBMITTED FOR RECORDING WHILE THE GRANTOR IS STILL ALIVE.
The transfer of property rights is completed when the owner dies and the beneficiary completes and records an affidavit of confirmation under R.C. 5302.222.
Using this instrument might affect tax obligations or eligibility for certain income or asset-dependent programs. Please contact an attorney with questions about this or any other issues related to estate planning or transferring real property in Ohio.
(Ohio Transfer on Death Designation Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
Important: Your property must be located in Sandusky County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Transfer on Death Designation Affidavit meets all recording requirements specific to Sandusky County.
Our Promise
The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Sandusky County recording requirements for formatting. If there's an issue caused by our formatting, we'll make it right and refund your payment.
Save Time and Money
Get your Sandusky County Transfer on Death Designation Affidavit form done right the first time with Deeds.com Uniform Conveyancing Blanks. At Deeds.com, we understand that your time and money are valuable resources, and we don't want you to face a penalty fee or rejection imposed by a county recorder for submitting nonstandard documents. We constantly review and update our forms to meet rapidly changing state and county recording requirements for roughly 3,500 counties and local jurisdictions.
4.8 out of 5 - ( 4581 Reviews )
James B.
January 18th, 2021
This was very easy to do. Great experience. These are the forms I needed. I would recommend these to anyone.
Thank you!
Robert H.
August 30th, 2019
I found the site to be easy to use and the information very helpful.
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
Dennis D.
November 7th, 2019
Downloaded perfect. Can hardly wait to get them done.
Thank you!
Charles B.
November 20th, 2023
The support received was far above expectations.
We are grateful for your feedback and looking forward to serving you again. Thank you!
Michael H.
April 8th, 2020
Very responsive and thorough. Glad to have found such a great company for our recording needs.
Thank you!
Terrence L.
April 29th, 2020
Awesome service! 4 services wouldn't handle a 1-time filing, but Deeds.com got the job done in less than 21 hours, for only $15 (plus filing fees). This saved me days of difficulty and aggravation, esp. during COVID-19 lockdown!
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
Sarjit K.
August 30th, 2023
excellent
Thank you!
Gail M.
October 27th, 2022
Great website. Once submit payment documents are immediately emailed, easy to print and clear format. Will definitely use again!
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
Roger W H.
March 31st, 2022
So far GOOD, just can't locate legal description. Will sign in later when have correct info. Thanx!! Rog
Thank you!
Michael L.
September 5th, 2020
Pretty good stuff, not exactly clear on the deed transfer costs and all
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
BRIAN M.
May 1st, 2020
Excellent Service, Fast and efficient. Thank You!
Thank you!
Janice W.
January 25th, 2019
Great instructions, samples, ease in getting the form I needed, filling it out as a PDF, and having it ready for a Notary's signature. I was hesitant a first, but glad I paid the fee - now it is done!
Great to hear Janice! Thanks, have a great day!
Deanna K.
June 28th, 2021
Great service. Prompt and great communication tools. Affordably priced.
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
shelley m.
March 5th, 2019
I thought the service was good
Thank you Shelley. Have a fantastic day!
Michael C.
January 16th, 2019
I would appreciate being able to increase the size of the blocks such as the Grantor block and the legal description block where information is enter on the form and to adjust the font. Otherwise great product,
Thank you for your feedback Michael. We do wish we could make that an option. Unfortunately, adhering to formatting requirements (specifically margin requirements) leaves a finite amount of space available on the page.