One of the many useful aspects of the Nonprobate Transfers Law of Missouri (RSMo Sections 461.003 to 461.081) is the option to revoke a previously recorded beneficiary deed. Revocation is specifically addressed in RSMo 431.033. The option to revoke is possible for several reasons: the grantor is not required to notify the beneficiary of the potential future interest; there is no consideration given in exchange for property rights; and the transfer of ownership is not completed until the grantor or grantors have all died. As a result, the named beneficiary has no actual interest in the real estate.

A grantor on a beneficiary deed may change or revoke beneficiary designations at will, and with no obligation to the individuals named as beneficiaries on the deed. To accomplish this, the original grantor (or grantors) may record a signed, notarized notice of revocation with the same office that accepted the original beneficiary deed. While effective, real estate that is not re-conveyed under a new beneficiary deed reverts back to the grantor's estate at his/her death, and is then distributed via the probate process. Alternately, the grantor may execute a new beneficiary deed, designating someone else as the beneficiary. Recording the new deed removes the prior beneficiary's name and replaces it, identifying the current beneficiary's information.

Note that any change in beneficiary designation must be executed and submitted for recordation during the grantor's lifetime.

(Missouri Revocation of BD Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)

How to Use This Form

Select your county or independent city from the list above
Download the county or independent city-specific form
Fill in the required information
Have the document notarized if required
Record with your county or independent city recorder's office

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Common Uses for Revocation of Beneficiary Deed

Transfer property automatically at death without probate
Retain full control of your property during your lifetime
Provide for a loved one without giving up current ownership
Replace a beneficiary who has predeceased you
Change a previously named property beneficiary

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Quitclaim Deed Gift Deed Warranty Deed Special Warranty Deed Grant Deed Easement Deed Termination of Easement Correction Deed General Power of Attorney-Durable Specific Power of Attorney for the Purchase of Property Specific Power of Attorney for the Sale of Property Beneficiary Deed Affidavit as to Death of Grantor Affidavit of Deceased Joint Tenant Trustee Deed Trustee Deed Under Sale (Foreclosure) Personal Representative Deed Personal Representative Deed of Sale Personal Representative Deed of Distribution Contractor Change Order Consent of Owner Notice of Intent Notice of Rights Claim of Mechanic's Lien Partial Mechanic's Lien Waiver on Progress Payment Mechanic's Lien Waiver on Final Payment Release of Mechanic's Lien Lis Pendens Notice Release of Lis Pendens Notice Deed of Trust and Promissory Note Assignment of Deed of Trust Full Deed of Release for Deed of Trust Contract for Deed Affidavit of Equitable Interest Release of Affidavit of Equitable Interest Mineral Deed Mineral Deed with Quitclaim Covenants Disclaimer of Interest

Common Uses for Revocation of Beneficiary Deed

Transfer property automatically at death without probate
Retain full control of your property during your lifetime
Provide for a loved one without giving up current ownership
Replace a beneficiary who has predeceased you
Change a previously named property beneficiary

Compare other Missouri deed forms and documents

Important: County or Independent City-Specific Forms

Our revocation of beneficiary deed forms are specifically formatted for each county or independent city in Missouri.

After selecting your county or independent city, you'll receive forms that meet all local recording requirements, ensuring your documents will be accepted without delays or rejection fees.

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