Smith County Affidavit of Heirship Form
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Smith County Affidavit of Heirship Form
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Where to Record Your Documents
Smith County Register of Deeds
Carthage, Tennessee 37030
Hours: 8:00 to 4:00 M-F
Phone: (615) 735-1760
Recording Tips for Smith County:
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
- Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
- Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
Cities and Jurisdictions in Smith County
Properties in any of these areas use Smith County forms:
- Brush Creek
- Carthage
- Chestnut Mound
- Dixon Springs
- Elmwood
- Gordonsville
- Hickman
- Lancaster
- Pleasant Shade
- Riddleton
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Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Smith 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 Smith County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Smith 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 Smith 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 Smith County?
Recording fees in Smith County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (615) 735-1760 for current fees.
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The affidavit of heirship, sometimes called an affidavit of inheritance, is a statutory form under T.C.A. 30-2-712.
An affidavit of heirship, when recorded, gives notice of a change in title following the death of a real property owner. It is typically recorded when the decedent has died intestate, or without a last will and testament. The affidavit names the decedent and the heirs who, by operation of law, are the current owners of the property.
The affiant, or person making the sworn statements contained in the affidavit, is anyone having knowledge of the facts contained within. A standard affidavit of heirship contains the legal description and map parcel number of the realty and lists the heirs by name, address, and relation to the decedent.
In addition, if not followed by a recorded deed from one or all heirs, the affidavit requires the tax bill address for tax statements on the property and a prior title reference stating the type of document and book, page, and recording date of the instrument granting title to the decedent.
This is a general affidavit of heirship. Your situation may require more specific information. Consult a lawyer when preparing the affidavit to ensure all necessary information is included and to understand the legal implications of the document.
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Important: Your property must be located in Smith County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Affidavit of Heirship meets all recording requirements specific to Smith County.
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