Lady Bird Deed - Michigan

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A Michigan Lady Bird deed (enhanced life estate deed) lets you keep full control of your home during your life, including the right to sell or mortgage it without anyone’s consent, while naming who receives it at your death without probate. A Michigan Lady Bird deed (enhanced life estate deed) lets you keep full control of your home during your life, including the right to sell or mortgage it without anyone’s consent, while naming who receives it at your death without probate.

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Who this form is for

A Michigan Lady Bird deed (enhanced life estate deed) lets you keep full control of your home during your life, including the right to sell or mortgage it without anyone’s consent, while naming who receives it at your death without probate.

What you'll need

Read the packet and check the receiving agency's required form.
Gather the names, dates and supporting records requested in the document.
Review the packet's signing, identification and witness instructions.

How to complete it

Drafted by and return to (top of Page 1) Enter who drafted the document and where the Register of Deeds should return it. Leave the space above the dotted line blank.
Name the remainder beneficiaries (Pages 1–2) Name who receives the property at your death, and their shares. Copy the legal description exactly from your current deed.
Sign before a notary (Page 3) Each owner signs before the notary. Bring a current, government-issued photo ID.
Record the original with the Register of Deeds of the county where the property is located.
Lady Bird deeds affect property tax uncapping, Medicaid planning, and creditor rights. Talk to a Michigan elder law or estate planning attorney before signing.
The buyer must file a Property Transfer Affidavit (Form 2766) with the local assessor within 45 days to avoid penalties.

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