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What is an Affidavit of Heirship?
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When to use an Affidavit of Heirship:
- A family member or spouse has passed away with no Will or instructions on how to disburse their estate and you wish to make it known that you are the lawful heir of a deceased person.
- You want to gain ownership of a loved one's estate without having to go to probate court.
- You and the other heirs are in agreement on how the deceased personal or real property should be distributed.
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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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Affidavit of Heirship FAQs
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How do I get an Affidavit of Heirship?
It's simple and easy to get a free Affidavit of Heirship using Rocket Lawyer. If you have already gathered a list of the decedent's property and heirs, follow the steps below:
- Make the document - Answer a few simple questions and we will do the rest
- Send or share it - Get legal advice, if needed
- Sign it - Notarization is a best practice
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What is an Affidavit of Inheritance?
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.
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Does an Affidavit of Heirship need to be recorded?
Yes, an Affidavit of Heirship needs to be filed and recorded with the deed records of the county where the property is located.
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Who can file an Affidavit of Heirship?
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.
