Removing a Deceased Joint Tenant from a Wisconsin Real Estate Deed

Wisconsin laws provide that two or more people may hold real estate as joint tenants with right of survivorship. If one joint tenant dies, his/her share of the property is distributed evenly amongst the remaining co-owners without the need to pass through probate.

To terminate the decedent's interest in the property and to complete the distribution, file a form HT-110 under Wis. Stat. 867.045, with the register of deeds for the county where the property is located.

Recording the form formalizes the transfer of property rights, but the deceased joint tenant's name will still appear on the deed. Complete and record an updated deed from all joint tenants, but identify the deceased co-owner, and convey the property to the survivors only. It might be necessary to provide copies of the original deed, the death certificate, and the recorded HT-110 when submitted the revised deed.

(Wisconsin TODPI Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

How to Use This Form

Select your county from the list above
Download the county-specific form
Fill in the required information
Have the document notarized if required
Record with your county recorder's office

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Common Uses for Termination of Decedent Property Interest

Establish authority to act on behalf of a business entity
Record a memorandum to provide public notice of an agreement
Protect your homestead from certain creditor claims
Declare a property as your legal homestead for protection

Compare other Wisconsin deed forms and documents

Quitclaim Deed Full Release of Memorandum of Contract Gift Deed Warranty Deed Special Warranty Deed Grant Deed Correction Deed Easement Deed Termination of Easement Mineral Deed Mineral Deed with Quitclaim Covenants Special Power of Attorney for the Purchase of Property Power of Attorney for the Sale of Real Estate Mortgage and Promissory Note Satisfaction of Mortgage Assignment of Mortgage Land Contract Memorandum of Contract Personal Representative Deed Transfer on Death Deed Transfer on Death to Beneficiary Contractor Notice of Intent to File Lien Contractor Claim of Lien Subcontractor Identification Notice Subcontractor Notice of Intent to File Lien Subcontractor Claim of Lien Construction Lien Waiver Construction Lien Release Trustee Deed Disclaimer of Interest Certificate of Trust Lis Pendens Release of Lis Pendens

Important: County-Specific Forms

Our termination of decedent property interest forms are specifically formatted for each county in Wisconsin.

After selecting your county, you'll receive forms that meet all local recording requirements, ensuring your documents will be accepted without delays or rejection fees.

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