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Free Delaware transfer on death deed form. Transfer property at death without probate. notary acknowledgment. Record before death. PDF.
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Enter your information as the property owner (transferor).
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A transfer on death deed in Delaware transfers real property directly to a named beneficiary upon the owner's death, without probate.25 Del. C. Ch. 2, 201-221Verified Apr 15, 2026 The deed is revocable during your lifetime. Use the TOD deed checker to see if this is the right fit.
Delaware requires the owner's signature, 2 witnesses, and notary acknowledgment.25 Del. C. Ch. 2, 201-221Verified Apr 15, 2026 All signatures must be completed before recording. See all Delaware signing requirements.
Yes. A Delaware transfer on death deed must be recorded with the County Recorder of Deeds before death to be effective.25 Del. C. Ch. 2, 201-221Verified Apr 15, 2026 An unrecorded deed has no legal effect. Must be recorded in the office of the recorder of deeds in the county where the property is located before the transferor's death. Must include county tax parcel ID in a conspicuous place and "prepared by" with drafter name/address. 25 Del. C. 209; 9 Del. C. 9605.
Yes. Delaware allows multiple beneficiaries on a transfer on death deed. Unless specified otherwise, they take title as tenants in common.
Yes. You can revoke at any time by recording a revocation instrument, executing a new transfer on death deed for the same property, or transferring the property during your lifetime.
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