Bedford County Transfer on Death Deed Form
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Bedford County Transfer on Death Deed Form
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Bedford County Transfer on Death Deed Guide
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Bedford County Completed Example of the Transfer on Death Deed Document
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Where to Record Your Documents
Circuit Court Clerk
Bedford, Virginia 24523
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 to 5:00 / Recording until 4:00
Phone: (540) 586-7632
Recording Tips for Bedford County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
- Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
- Consider using eRecording to avoid trips to the office
Cities and Jurisdictions in Bedford County
Properties in any of these areas use Bedford County forms:
- Bedford
- Big Island
- Coleman Falls
- Forest
- Goode
- Goodview
- Huddleston
- Lowry
- Moneta
- Montvale
- Thaxton
- Villamont
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How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Bedford 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 Bedford County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Bedford 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 Bedford 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 Bedford County?
Recording fees in Bedford County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (540) 586-7632 for current fees.
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Virginia's statutory transfer on death deed became effective on July 1, 2013. These deeds are governed by the Uniform Real Property Transfer on Death Act (URPTODA), which is incorporated into the Virginia statutes at 64.2-621 et seq.
A transfer on death deed is an instrument that allows owners of Virginia real estate to convey land to chosen beneficiaries without the need for a will or probate distribution ( 64.2-624). To be valid, the completed and notarized form must, among other things, meet the same standards as a regular inter vivos deed (one that transfers title while the owner is still living); state that the transfer will only occur at the owner/transferor's death; and be recorded <i>while the transferor is alive</i> in the land records at clerk's office of the county where the property is located ( 64.2-628).
The deeds are revocable, which means that while alive, the owner retains 100% control over the property, may use or sell it as desired, and may also redirect, modify, or even cancel the future transfer at will. As a result, there is no requirement for notice, delivery, acceptance, or consideration, all necessary for standard deeds ( 64.2-629). This is possible because the named beneficiaries only have a potential future interest in the real estate. The process and requirements for revocation are specified in 64.2-630.
During the owner/transferor's life, the recorded transfer on death deed does not change the owner's interest or rights to sell or mortgage the property; grant the beneficiary any interest in the land; change a creditor's interest in the real estate; affect the owner's or beneficiary's eligibility for public assistance; create a legal or equitable interest in favor of the beneficiary; or open the property up to claims from the beneficiary's creditors ( 64.2-631).
When the transferor dies, the title to the real property vests in the beneficiary according to the rules stated in 64.2-632. In some cases, however, the beneficiary may not wish to accept the property. If that happens, he/she may "disclaim all or part of the beneficiary's interest as provided by Chapter 26 (64.2-2600 et seq.)" (64.2-633).
Overall, Virginia's transfer on death deed adds an efficient, flexible tool for those considering options for estate planning. As with other important financial decisions, take the time to carefully review the different options. Each case is unique, so when in doubt, contact an attorney or other appropriate professional for advice.
(Virginia TODD Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
Important: Your property must be located in Bedford County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Transfer on Death Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Bedford County.
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