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Rains County Enhanced Life Estate Deed Form

Rains County Enhanced Life Estate Form

Rains 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
Rains County Enhanced Life Estate Guide

Rains County Enhanced Life Estate Guide

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

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Rains County Clerk - Courthouse Annex
Address:
220 W Quitman St
Emory, Texas 75440

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

Phone: 903-473-5000

Recording Tips for Rains County:
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
  • Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
  • Mornings typically have shorter wait times than afternoons

Cities and Jurisdictions in Rains County

Properties in any of these areas use Rains County forms:

  • Emory
  • Point

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Rains County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Rains County vary. Contact the recorder's office at 903-473-5000 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 Rains County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

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

Our Promise

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