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Affidavit of Descent - Georgia

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An affidavit of descent is a sworn statement, usually by a family member who knows the facts, that identifies a deceased owner’s heirs and confirms that the estate’s debts are paid. Recorded with the county, it helps show who inherited Georgia real estate, often when there was no will or no formal administration. Title companies may require it before a sale or loan. An affidavit of descent is a sworn statement, usually by a family member who knows the facts, that identifies a deceased owner’s heirs and confirms that the estate’s debts are paid.

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Who this form is for

  • Georgia residents and families reviewing affidavit of descent.

What you'll need

  • Read the packet’s instructions before completing its fields.
  • Follow the packet’s signing, witness and identification instructions.

How to complete it

  1. Recording information (top of first page) Enter who prepared the deed and where the Clerk should mail it after recording. Leave the box on the right blank for the Clerk.
  2. Decedent and estate Enter the decedent’s name, date of death and last address, and check whether there was a will and whether the estate went through probate.
  3. List every heir Name each heir or beneficiary, their relationship to the decedent and their address. Include children of any heir who died earlier.
  4. Describe the property Copy the legal description from the decedent’s deed.
  5. Sign before a notary You swear the facts are true, so sign only in front of the notary. The affiant should be a person with personal knowledge, ideally not the only one who benefits. Bring a current photo ID and the death certificate.

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