Do I Need a Transfer on Death Deed in Nebraska?

A transfer on death deed in Nebraska requires notarization (state specific) and 2 witnesses. The signed deed must be recorded at the register of deeds before death to be effective.Neb. Rev. Stat. 76-3401 to 76-3424Verified Jun 1, 2026

Yes. A transfer on death deedis revocable at any time during the owner's lifetime. Revocation methods in Nebraska include: Recording a subsequent TOD deed that revokes expressly or by inconsistency, Recording an instrument of revocation (executed with same formalities as 76-3409), Recording an inter vivos deed that expressly or by inconsistency revokes the TOD deed, Recording an inter vivos deed to a bona fide purchaser that expressly or by inconsistency revokes the TOD deed.Neb. Rev. Stat. 76-3401 to 76-3424Verified Jun 1, 2026

Nebraska allows transfer on death deeds for all types of real property, including homes, land, condominiums, and commercial properties.Neb. Rev. Stat. 76-3401 to 76-3424Verified Jun 1, 2026

Yes. Nebraska 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.Neb. Rev. Stat. 76-3401 to 76-3424Verified Jun 1, 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 Nebraska probate calculator to estimate the cost of probating remaining assets.