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Sanborn County Transfer on Death Affidavit Form

Sanborn County Transfer on Death Affidavit Form

Sanborn County Transfer on Death Affidavit Form

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

Document Last Validated 5/23/2025
Sanborn County Transfer on Death Affidavit Guide

Sanborn County Transfer on Death Affidavit Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 7/3/2025
Sanborn County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Affidavit Document

Sanborn County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Affidavit Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 5/30/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Sanborn County Register of Deeds
Address:
604 West 6th St / PO Box 295
Woonsocket, South Dakota 57385-0295

Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm M-F

Phone: (605) 796-4516

Recording Tips for Sanborn County:
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
  • Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
  • If mailing documents, use certified mail with return receipt

Cities and Jurisdictions in Sanborn County

Properties in any of these areas use Sanborn County forms:

  • Artesian
  • Letcher
  • Woonsocket

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Sanborn County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Sanborn 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 Sanborn 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 Sanborn County?

Recording fees in Sanborn County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (605) 796-4516 for current fees.

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Completing a Transfer on Death Using South Dakota's Affidavit of Confirmation

The South Dakota Real Property Transfer on Death Act can be reviewed in its entirety at SDCL 29A-6-401 et seq. By applying this law, owners of real estate located in South Dakota may designate one or more beneficiaries to gain title to their land after the transferor's death, without a will or the need for probate distribution. A lawfully executed and recorded transfer on death deed (TODD) allows owners to retain absolute possession of and control over their property. The TODDs are revocable, so the owners may also modify or even cancel the potential future interest without penalty.

The act contains the specific requirements for conveying ownership after the owner's death (29A-6-427). According to this section, the beneficiary must complete an affidavit of confirmation and submit it for recording to the register of deeds in the county where the property is located. The affidavit of confirmation must be verified before a person authorized to administer oaths and must be accompanied by a certified copy of the death certificate for the deceased owner and for each designated beneficiary who died while the owner was still alive.

A valid affidavit of confirmation provides the name and address of each transfer on death beneficiary who survives the deceased owner. If the named beneficiary is deceased, include the name and address of the contingent beneficiary or person who takes under the anti-lapse statutes. It must also contain the date of the owner's death, the legal description of the property, names and addresses of all primary beneficiaries identified on the original TODD.

Because each situation is unique, please contact an attorney with specific questions or for complex circumstances.

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

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

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

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