Island County Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Form

Island County Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Island County Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Guide
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Island County Completed Example of the Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Document
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Where to Record Your Documents
Island County Auditor: Recording
Coupeville, Washington 98239-5000
Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Mon-Fri
Phone: (360) 240-5549
Recording Tips for Island County:
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
- Request a receipt showing your recording numbers
- Recording early in the week helps ensure same-week processing
Cities and Jurisdictions in Island County
Properties in any of these areas use Island County forms:
- Camano Island
- Clinton
- Coupeville
- Freeland
- Greenbank
- Langley
- Oak Harbor
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Island County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Island 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 Island County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Island 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 Island 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 Island County?
Recording fees in Island County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (360) 240-5549 for current fees.
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Removing a Deceased Joint Tenant from a Washington Real Estate Title
Washington's statutes define joint tenancy at RCW 64.28.010. This law states that "joint tenancy with right of survivorship permits property to pass to the survivor without the cost or delay of probate proceedings." Property titled this way is not passed in a will; instead, a deceased joint tenant's share is distributed equally amongst the survivors as a function of law until only one person holds the property in sole ownership.
While technically accurate, this description oversimplifies the situation. What happens when it's time to sell the property? Unless the local recording office cross-references death notices with real estate records, the deceased owner's name remains on the title. This inaccuracy can create confusion during a title search and slow down the transfer process. In addition, outdated information might interfere with property tax billing, possibly leading to fees and/or penalties.
The surviving owner(s) can prevent these potential issues with a simple step: when one joint tenant dies, the other(s) execute and record an affidavit of facts as to death with the local recording office. It is possible to address this at the time of sale, but it makes sense to handle it within a short time after the owner's death. This action keeps property records up-to-date, verifies interests and rights to the title, and ensures smoother transfers in the future.
Each circumstance is unique, so please contact an attorney with questions or for complex situations.
(Washington AODJT Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
Important: Your property must be located in Island County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant meets all recording requirements specific to Island County.
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The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Island 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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