New Hampshire Transfer on Death Deed

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A New Hampshire transfer on death deed allows a property owner to name one or more beneficiaries to receive their real estate after death. By transferring property property in this manner, the deed ensures the beneficiary obtains ownership outside the probate process. To be valid, the deed must be recorded within 60 days of its execution.

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New Hampshire Transfer on Death Deed

Last updated October 7th, 2025

A New Hampshire transfer on death deed allows a property owner to name one or more beneficiaries to receive their real estate after death. By transferring property property in this manner, the deed ensures the beneficiary obtains ownership outside the probate process. To be valid, the deed must be recorded within 60 days of its execution.

AKA

  • Beneficiary Deed
  • TOD Deed
  • TODD

Recording and Resources

For county-specific formatting requirements, see the NH Deeds website. 

Formatting

  • Paper: White, 8.5”x11” – 8.5”x14”
  • Margins: 3” top right of first page, 1” everywhere else.
  • Font: 10-point.
  • Ink: Black or blue ink.[1]

Signing and Recording

  • Signing Requirements: Signed by the grantor and a notary public, justice, or commissioner.[2]
  • Where to Record: Register of Deeds[3]
  • Recording fees (as of this writing)[4]:
    • $10 for the first page
    • $4 for every additional page
    • $25 state LCHIP surcharge

Resources

Transfer on Death Deed (Preview)

Sources

  1. § 478:4-a(II), National Standards for Formatting
  2. § 477:3
  3. § 477:3-a
  4. § 478:17-g