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Leon County Enhanced Life Estate Deed Form

Leon County Enhanced Life Estate Form

Leon 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
Leon County Enhanced Life Estate Guide

Leon County Enhanced Life Estate Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

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

Leon 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 Leon County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Leon County Clerk
Address:
155 N Cass St, 1st floor / PO Box 98
Centerville, Texas 75833

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm / Recording until 4:00pm

Phone: (903) 536-2352

Recording Tips for Leon County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired
  • Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
  • Request a receipt showing your recording numbers
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe

Cities and Jurisdictions in Leon County

Properties in any of these areas use Leon County forms:

  • Buffalo
  • Centerville
  • Concord
  • Flynn
  • Jewett
  • Leona
  • Marquez
  • Normangee
  • Oakwood

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Leon County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Leon County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (903) 536-2352 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 Leon County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

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

Our Promise

The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Leon 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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