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Denton County Enhanced Life Estate Deed Form

Denton County Enhanced Life Estate Form

Denton County Enhanced Life Estate Form

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

Document Last Validated 7/23/2025
Denton County Enhanced Life Estate Guide

Denton County Enhanced Life Estate Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 5/28/2025
Denton County Completed Example of the Enhanced Life Estate Document

Denton County Completed Example of the Enhanced Life Estate Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 6/3/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

County Clerk Main Office
Address:
Courts Bldg - 1450 East McKinney St / PO Box 2187
Denton, Texas 76209-4524

Hours: Mon to Fri 8:00 - 5:00; Wed until 4:30

Phone: (940) 349-2010 & (972) 434-8820

Recording Tips for Denton County:
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only

Cities and Jurisdictions in Denton County

Properties in any of these areas use Denton County forms:

  • Argyle
  • Aubrey
  • Carrollton
  • Denton
  • Flower Mound
  • Frisco
  • Justin
  • Krum
  • Lake Dallas
  • Lewisville
  • Little Elm
  • Pilot Point
  • Ponder
  • Roanoke
  • Sanger
  • The Colony

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Denton County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Denton County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (940) 349-2010 & (972) 434-8820 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

A Lady Bird deed, also called an enhanced life estate deed or reservation of a life estate with a general power of appointment, is a useful estate planning tool. When executed, the grantor conveys a life estate in real property to himself, with the remainder conveyed to the beneficiary of his choice, thereby avoiding the probate process. This type of deed enables the grantor to preserve homestead status (if claimed) as well as any deductions, protections, and tax exemptions associated with the real estate during his lifetime. In addition, he retains absolute control over the property, allowing for the option to change the beneficiary or even sell, convey, or mortgage the property before the transfer of ownership goes into effect upon the grantor's death.

(Texas Enhanced Life Estate Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

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

This Enhanced Life Estate Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Denton County.

Our Promise

The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Denton County recording requirements for formatting. If there's an issue caused by our formatting, we'll make it right and refund your payment.

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