Do I Need a Transfer on Death Deed in Connecticut?
Answer a few questions about the property to see whether a transfer on death deed applies for avoiding probate on real estate.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Connecticut does not currently allow transfer on death deeds. Connecticut has not adopted the Uniform Real Property Transfer on Death Act or any TOD deed statute.
Because Connecticut does not allow TOD deeds, alternatives for avoiding probate on real property include: Revocable living trust, Joint tenancy with right of survivorship, Survivorship deed forms (including survivor life-estate/remainder forms), Life estate deed. Compare your options with the trust vs. will comparison.
Without a TOD deed option, real property in Connecticut typically passes through probate unless held in a trust or with joint tenancy. Use the Connecticut probate calculator to estimate what that would cost.
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