Texas Transfer on Death Deed Form

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Texas Transfer on Death Deed Form

A Texas transfer on death deed is used by a real estate owner to pass their property to a beneficiary outside of probate upon their death. During their lifetime, the owner is allowed to sell the property if they wish, and they may cancel the deed at any time by recording a written revocation.

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A Texas transfer on death deed is used by a real estate owner to pass their property to a beneficiary outside of probate upon their death. During their lifetime, the owner is allowed to sell the property if they wish, and they may cancel the deed at any time by recording a written revocation.

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Recording and Resources

Formatting

  • Paper: 8.5″ x 14″ max.
  • Font: 8pt min.[1]

Signing and Recording

  • Signing Requirements: Two witnesses or notary[2]
  • Where to Record: County Clerk’s Office[3]
  • Recording fees: $25 for first page, $4 per additional page (as of this writing)[4]

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Sources

  1. § 191.007
  2. § 12.001(b)
  3. § 192.001
  4. § 118.011(a)(1), (b)(2), and (f)