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Do I Need a TOD Deed in District of Columbia, District of Columbia?

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

The Recorder of Deeds charges $25 for the first page. Most transfer on death deeds are 2-4 pages. Transfer on Death Deeds are exempt from transfer tax in District of Columbia.

File your transfer on death deed at the Recorder of Deeds, located at 1101 4th Street SW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20024. Office hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (deed recording); 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (all other services including copies, searches, and UCC filings).

Yes, District of Columbia accepts e-recording through CSC/Ingeo, Simplifile, ePN. Visit their e-recording portal for details.

A transfer on death deed in District of Columbia requires notarization (standard acknowledgment) before it can be recorded in District of Columbia.

Recording a Transfer on Death Deed in District of Columbia, District of Columbia

To record a transfer on death deed in District of Columbia, file it with the Recorder of Deeds. Recording fees start at $25.

The Recorder of Deeds is located at 1101 4th Street SW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20024. Phone: 202-727-5374. Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (deed recording); 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (all other services including copies, searches, and UCC filings).

District of Columbia offers e-recording through CSC/Ingeo, Simplifile, ePN. DC ROD accepts all document types for e-recording. Documents are typically recorded within a few hours of electronic submission. Contact CSC/Ingeo, Simplifile, or ePN to set up an account.

The transfer on death deed must be recorded before the owner's death to be effective in District of Columbia.

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