What is an affidavit?

An affidavit is a written statement of fact signed under oath.

When should I use an affidavit?

You can use an affidavit to establish any fact. Common uses of affidavits include the following: Name change Verification of residential address Age declaration Recording sensitive business information Court proceedings or arbitration Proof of identity Requesting a birth certificate or death certificate

What should I include in my affidavit?

You should include any relevant and truthful information that is within your personal knowledge. For example, you may enter, \"I was born on March 10, 1982\" and \"My current occupation is a physical therapist.\" Your name and address have already been included for you. Next, include any other relevant background information. Finally, provide a chronological description of the events and facts. Be sure to include the date and time of any events.

Who should sign the affidavit?

An affidavit should be signed by the affiant. An affiant is a person swearing that the statements contained in an affidavit are true to the best of their knowledge.

Does an affidavit need to be notarized?

Notarization is the process of certifying the authenticity of your affidavit. The notary public, or other certifying official, attests to the authenticity of your signature by checking identification, then sealing or stamping the affidavit. Notarization is recommended to establish and support the authenticity of your affidavit. In addition, you will be required to have your affidavit notarized if it will be used in court.

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You need to establish the legal heirs of a person who dies without a will
You need to verify the existence or validity of your marriage
You need proof of your identity
You need to transfer ownership of property from the name of a deceased person to a new owner

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Gather all the relevant information to complete your document. This may include the name and address of the deceased party, a list of any assets being transferred by the affidavit, and the city and state where the assets are located.

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It is always important to read your document thoroughly to ensure it matches your needs and is free of errors and omissions. You must sign the affidavit in front of a notary public. When using a notary, always be sure to wait to sign the document until he or she is present.

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