Missouri Beneficiary Deed Form

Missouri Beneficiary Deed Form

A Missouri beneficiary deed transfers real estate from its deceased owner to a beneficiary. In executing this instrument, the property owner ensures that the transfer will bypass probate and the beneficiary will receive the property without any complications. The owner will hold title while alive and can sell the property or revoke the beneficiary deed at any time.

Last updated May 28th, 2025

A Missouri beneficiary deed transfers real estate from its deceased owner to a beneficiary. In executing this instrument, the property owner ensures that the transfer will bypass probate and the beneficiary will receive the property without any complications. The owner will hold title while alive and can sell the property or revoke the beneficiary deed at any time.

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Recording and Resources

Formatting

  • Paper: White, 20lb weight
  • Margins: 3″top margin, 0.75″ every other margin
  • Font: 8pt minumum[1]

Signing and Recording

  • Signing Requirements:
    • Owner, notary public[2]
    • St Louis: Owner, grantee, notary public[3]
  • Where to Record: Recorder of Deeds[4]
  • Recording fees: Fees vary, but generally $24 for the first page + $3 each extra page[5]

Resources

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