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Transfer-on-death deeds for a home in Washington
In Washington, making or revoking a transfer on death deed requires the same capacity as making a will. In Washington, a transfer on death deed must have all the elements of a regular recordable deed. In Washington, the deed must state that the transfer happens at the owner's death.
Educational only. Not legal advice. Sources checked November 2, 2026.
What the official sources say
- In Washington, making or revoking a transfer on death deed requires the same capacity as making a will. Revised Code of Washington § 64.80.050. Checked November 2, 2026
- In Washington, a transfer on death deed must have all the elements of a regular recordable deed. Revised Code of Washington § 64.80.060. Checked November 2, 2026
- In Washington, the deed must state that the transfer happens at the owner's death. Revised Code of Washington § 64.80.060. Checked November 2, 2026
How to keep these papers
Keep dated copies of the papers you already have in one place, and write the day something happened on the same day. KeepMyProof is a private phone app for that: folders with checklists, the day it happened next to the day you saved it, and one PDF of a folder when someone asks.
- Will or trust copies
- Death certificates
- Court papers naming the executor
- Accounts and property papers
- Bills and letters to close out
- Family land papers (heirs' property)
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Neighbouring states
- Transfer-on-death deeds for a home in Oregon
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- Transfer-on-death deeds for a home in Texas
Questions
Where do these Washington facts come from?
Each fact on this page is copied from an official source: Revised Code of Washington § 64.80.050; Revised Code of Washington § 64.80.060. We checked that each source still says it on November 2, 2026. Rules and forms change, so open the official link and read the current version before you rely on it.
Is this legal advice?
No. This page is educational only and is not legal advice. KeepMyProof is not a law firm. For advice about your situation, ask a lawyer licensed in Washington or your court's self-help center.
Which papers should I keep for after a parent dies?
A good start: Will or trust copies; Death certificates; Court papers naming the executor; Accounts and property papers; Bills and letters to close out; Family land papers (heirs' property). Keep only papers you are allowed to have, write the date on each note, and keep originals somewhere safe.
How can I keep these papers private on my phone?
KeepMyProof keeps copies of the papers you already have in folders with checklists, encrypted on your phone, with no account and no ads. It is free for the first items you save. It is coming soon to Google Play.
Educational only. Not legal advice.