Harris County Enhanced Life Estate Deed Form
Harris County Enhanced Life Estate Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.
Harris County Enhanced Life Estate Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.
Harris County Completed Example of the Enhanced Life Estate Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
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Where to Record Your Documents
Main Office
Houston, Texas 77002 / 77251-1525
Hours: 8:00 - 4:30 M-F
Phone: (713) 755-6439
Recording Tips for Harris County:
- Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
- Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
- Bring multiple forms of payment in case one isn't accepted
Cities and Jurisdictions in Harris County
Properties in any of these areas use Harris County forms:
- Alief
- Barker
- Baytown
- Bellaire
- Channelview
- Crosby
- Cypress
- Deer Park
- Galena Park
- Highlands
- Hockley
- Houston
- Huffman
- Hufsmith
- Humble
- Katy
- Kingwood
- La Porte
- North Houston
- Pasadena
- Seabrook
- South Houston
- Spring
- Tomball
- Waller
- Webster
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Harris County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Harris 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 Harris County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Harris 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 Harris 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 Harris County?
Recording fees in Harris County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (713) 755-6439 for current fees.
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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 Harris County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Enhanced Life Estate Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Harris County.
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The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Harris 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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