Belding, MI · Ionia County
Property Transfer Affidavit
New property owners file this affidavit with the assessor to report a transfer of real estate or certain types of personal property.
What this form is
The new owner must file this form with the assessor for the city or township where the property is located within 45 days of the transfer, even if a deed is not recorded. It asks for property and transfer details, buyer and seller information, and any claimed exemption from uncapping; items 10–15 are optional. If the owner does not have the property identification number, the form says to attach the legal description.
Who needs it
The new owner of transferred real estate or certain types of personal property files this affidavit with the local assessor within 45 days.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; the signer certifies the information and signs and dates the form.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Affidavit
Download the Property Transfer Affidavit PDF.
- 2
Complete The Form
Enter the property, transfer, buyer, and seller information. Items 10–15 are optional.
- 3
Gather Any Attachment
If you do not have the property identification number, attach the legal description.
- 4
Submit To The Assessor
File with the assessor for the city or township where the property is located within 45 days of the transfer.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the Property Transfer Affidavit?
- No. The document is signed without a notary; the signer certifies the information and signs and dates the form.
- Who files the Property Transfer Affidavit?
- The new owner files it with the assessor for the city or township where the property is located.
- When must I file the affidavit?
- The form says the new owner must file it within 45 days of the transfer, even if a deed is not recorded.
- How do I submit the Property Transfer Affidavit?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Need something notarized?
This Property Transfer Affidavit doesn’t need a notary — but Michigan residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.