Do I Need a Transfer on Death Deed in Alaska?

A transfer on death deed in Alaska requires notary acknowledgment. The signed deed must be recorded at the recorder's office (dnr) before death to be effective. Must be recorded in the recording district where the property is located before the transferor's death (AS 13.48.050(4)). If property spans multiple recording districts, must be recorded in each one.AS 13.48.010-.195Verified Aug 2, 2026

Yes. A transfer on death deedis revocable at any time during the owner's lifetime. Revocation methods in Alaska include: Instrument of revocation that expressly revokes the deed, acknowledged and recorded in the same recording district, Subsequent TOD deed that revokes expressly or by inconsistency, acknowledged and recorded, Inter vivos deed that expressly revokes the TOD deed, acknowledged and recorded, Inter vivos deed transferring an interest in the property, which revokes the TOD deed to the extent of the interest transferred (AS 13.48.070(a)(1)(D)).AS 13.48.010-.195Verified Aug 2, 2026

Alaska allows transfer on death deeds for all types of real property, including homes, land, condominiums, and commercial properties.AS 13.48.010-.195Verified Aug 2, 2026

Yes. Alaska allows multiple beneficiaries on a transfer on death deed. If multiple beneficiaries are named, they take title as tenants in common unless the deed specifies otherwise.AS 13.48.010-.195Verified Aug 2, 2026

A transfer on death deed transfers the property directly to the beneficiary at death, bypassing probate for that asset. Other assets not covered by a TOD deed, trust, or beneficiary designation still go through probate. Use the Alaska probate calculator to estimate the cost of probating remaining assets.