Affidavit of Succession to Real Property - Arizona

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If a person dies owning Arizona real estate worth no more than $300,000 after liens, an heir can transfer it with this affidavit instead of a full probate. The limit increased from $100,000 on September 26, 2025. The affidavit is filed with the probate registrar of the Superior Court, which returns a certified copy that you record with the County Recorder. If a person dies owning Arizona real estate worth no more than $300,000 after liens, an heir can transfer it with this affidavit instead of a full probate.

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Who this form is for

If a person dies owning Arizona real estate worth no more than $300,000 after liens, an heir can transfer it with this affidavit instead of a full probate. The limit increased from $100,000 on September 26, 2025. The affidavit is filed with the probate registrar of the Superior Court, which returns a certified copy that you record with the County Recorder.

What you'll need

The original Affidavit of Succession to Real Property - Arizona packet and its instructions.
Names, dates and supporting records identified in this packet.
Acceptable identification for any notarial act; arrange qualified witnesses when required.

How to complete it

Wait six months The affidavit can only be filed six months or more after the death.
Confirm the value Use the county assessor’s full cash value, minus mortgages and liens.
Pay final debts first Funeral, last-illness expenses and unsecured debts must be paid.
Swear to it before a notary Then file it with the court with the death certificate, the will (if any) and the filing fee.

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