California Transfer-on-Death (TOD) Deed Template
This document serves as a template for a California Transfer-on-Death (TOD) Deed, which is governed by the California Probate Code Section 5600 et seq. The purpose of this deed is to enable property owners in California to transfer their real estate to a named beneficiary upon their death without the property having to go through probate.
Please fill in the relevant details where blanks are provided and review the completed document with a legal professional to ensure compliance with current California laws and the specifics of your situation.
Property Owner (Transferor) Information:
- Full Name: ______________________________________
- Mailing Address: ___________________________________________________
- City, State, Zip: _______________________________
- Contact Number: ________________________________
Property Information:
- Legal Description of Property: _______________________________________________
- Property Address: ___________________________________________________________
- Assessor's Parcel Number (APN): _____________________________________________
Beneficiary Information:
- Full Name: ________________________________________
- Mailing Address: ______________________________________________________
- City, State, Zip: _________________________________
- Relationship to Property Owner: _________________________________________
This Transfer-on-Death Deed is revocable. It may be revoked by the Transferor at any time before the Transferor's death by filing a revocation form or a new deed.
I, ______________________, hereby declare that I am legally competent to make this transfer and that this Transfer-on-Death Deed is made voluntarily and without any coercion.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto signed my name this ___ day of ___________, 20__.
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Signature of Property Owner (Transferor)
State of California
County of _________________________
Subscribed and acknowledged before me on this ___ day of ______________, 20__, by _________________________, who is personally known to me or has provided _________________________________ as identification.
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Signature of Notary Public
My commission expires: _______________
Including a Transfer-on-Death Deed as part of your estate planning can allow your loved ones to avoid the lengthy and costly probate process. Nonetheless, it's vital to consult with a qualified attorney to ensure this document fulfills your intentions and complies with the law.