Do I Need a Transfer on Death Deed in Maine?

A transfer on death deed in Maine requires notary acknowledgment. The signed deed must be recorded at the county registry of deeds before death to be effective. Must be recorded in the registry of deeds in the county where the property is located before the transferor's death.18-C M.R.S. 6-401 to 6-420Verified Jul 13, 2026

Yes. A transfer on death deedis revocable at any time during the owner's lifetime. Revocation methods in Maine include: Recording a subsequent TOD deed that revokes the deed expressly or by inconsistency, Recording an instrument of revocation that expressly revokes the deed, Recording an inter vivos deed that expressly revokes the TOD deed.18-C M.R.S. 6-401 to 6-420Verified Jul 13, 2026

Maine allows transfer on death deeds for all types of real property, including homes, land, condominiums, and commercial properties.18-C M.R.S. 6-401 to 6-420Verified Jul 13, 2026

Yes. Maine 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.18-C M.R.S. 6-401 to 6-420Verified Jul 13, 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 Maine probate calculator to estimate the cost of probating remaining assets.