Island County Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Form

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Island County Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Form

Island County Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Form

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Document Last Validated 4/24/2026
Island County Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Guide

Island County Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Guide

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Document Last Validated 4/30/2026
Island County Completed Example of the Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Document

Island County Completed Example of the Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Document

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Document Last Validated 5/26/2026

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Important: Your property must be located in Island County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Island County Auditor: Recording

Address:
Admin Bldg - 1 NE 7th St / PO Box 5000
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
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
  • Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count

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

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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 the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Island 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 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 are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Island County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.

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