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Affidavit of Heirship
I ("Affiant"), residing at , , , duly sworn, and state:
. I am over the age of eighteen years and have personal knowledge of the following facts.
. I knew the decedent, , who died on , from to . was my . 's place of death was , .
. left the following items of personal property and
, held by valued at
. At the time of death, 's sole surviving heirs were as follows:
, , , , a , born .
I declare that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the information herein is true, correct and complete as of , the date I affixed my signature to this Affidavit.
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Also called an Affidavit of Heirship, this document provides a quick way for beneficiaries to establish ownership of real and personal property. It is generally faster because you avoid going through probate court. It is most often used when your spouse or family member dies without a will and leaves only real property.
Yes, an Affidavit of Heirship needs to be filed and recorded with the deed records of the county where the property is located.
An Affidavit of Heirship should be signed by someone who is not the heir. This individual should not benefit from the estate and should be familiar with the family history of the decedent.
