Whitman County Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Form
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Whitman County Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Form
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Whitman County Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Guide
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Where to Record Your Documents
Whitman County Auditor: Recording
Colfax, Washington 99111
Hours: 9:00 to 4:30 M-F / Recording: 9:00 to 2:30 in person, 8:00 to 3:30 electronic
Phone: (509) 397-6270
Recording Tips for Whitman County:
- White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
- Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
- Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
- Multi-page documents may require additional fees per page
Cities and Jurisdictions in Whitman County
Properties in any of these areas use Whitman County forms:
- Albion
- Belmont
- Colfax
- Colton
- Endicott
- Farmington
- Garfield
- Hay
- Hooper
- Lacrosse
- Lamont
- Malden
- Oakesdale
- Palouse
- Pullman
- Rosalia
- Saint John
- Steptoe
- Tekoa
- Thornton
- Uniontown
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Whitman County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Whitman 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 Whitman County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Whitman 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 Whitman 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 Whitman County?
Recording fees in Whitman County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (509) 397-6270 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 Whitman 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 Whitman County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Whitman 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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