West Virginia Transfer-on-Death Deed
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No official statutory form was located for this document in West Virginia (W. Va. Code § 36-12-1 et seq. (Uniform Real Property Transfer on Death Act); operative effect at § 36-12-13). This is a self-help template pending attorney review.
West Virginia Legislature - West Virginia Code (code.wvlegislature.gov), Chapter 36, Article 12Fill in the form and your watermarked West Virginia transfer-on-death deed will appear here.
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Frequently asked questions
Is a transfer-on-death deed valid in West Virginia?+
West Virginia recognizes transfer-on-death deeds that meet its statutory requirements; there is no single mandatory state form (W. Va. Code § 36-12-1 et seq. (Uniform Real Property Transfer on Death Act); operative effect at § 36-12-13). Any document that meets the requirements is valid.
What does West Virginia require to record a transfer-on-death deed?+
The deed must be signed and acknowledged before a notary public, then recorded with the county recording office. West Virginia also typically requires a separate filing (Sales Listing Form). Requirements vary by county - verify before recording.
Do I need a lawyer to use TheEasyForms?+
No. TheEasyForms provides self-help document templates and is not a law firm; using it does not create an attorney-client relationship. If you want legal advice, consult a licensed attorney in your state.
Can I preview a transfer-on-death deed for free?+
Yes. Every document has a free, watermarked preview so you can review it before you pay to remove the watermark and download a recording-ready PDF.
TheEasyForms provides self-help document templates and is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is created by using this site or our API. We do not record or file documents on your behalf; recording requirements vary by county, and you record with your county yourself. If you need legal advice, consult a licensed attorney in your state.