Hawaii Transfer on Death Deeds

[isisdave]

Hi all -- now that we're getting older and our son is an adult, my wife and I want to make provision to transfer it to him without probate when the second of us dies. Hawaii instituted a Transfer On Death Deed in 2011, according to what I read online. Websites like deeds.com will sell you a form or two for $28, but of course it is entirely DIY and I suppose the forms are free from the state anyway.

Has anyone done this ? Is it DIY? Do I need a closing service to push the paper?

It's Marriott Waiohai, in Kauai, if that matters.

Thanks much

 

[DianeG]

Interesting question… following.

 

[DaveNV]

Might be a question to pose to LT Transfers, to see what they know about it. I did a lot of Hawaii buying and selling over the years, and I've never heard of this kind of deed.

Dave

 

[lynne]

Free Hawaii Transfer on Death Deed Form | PDF | Word

A Hawaii transfer on death deed transfers real property from its owner to a beneficiary upon the owner’s death. This deed helps to streamline estate administration by transferring the title outside the normal probate process.

esign.com

a bit more information on TOD:

Hawaii Transfer on Death Deeds

Everything you need to know about transfer on death (TOD) deeds in Hawaii.

www.willmaker.com

 

[isisdave]

Yeah, I have the information, and someone's sample forms. But to me doing your own legal work is like doing your own tooth extraction ... not advisable, and a big pain now or later ...

 

[Kildahl]

TS deeds are generally more complicated. Look for a HI attorney experienced in preparing deeds conveying timeshares to assist you.

 

[TheHolleys87]

Might be a question to pose to LT Transfers, to see what they know about it. I did a lot of Hawaii buying and selling over the years, and I've never heard of this kind of deed.

Dave

I don’t think LT Transfers handles Hawaii TS anymore due to specific requirements there. I could be wrong, though.