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A Survivorship Deed serves as a crucial estate planning tool in the United States, allowing property to automatically transfer to surviving owners without probate proceedings. This type of deed is commonly used between spouses or family members who want to ensure seamless property transition after death. The Survivorship Deed must include specific language creating the right of survivorship, proper property description, and comply with state-specific recording requirements. It's particularly useful for avoiding probate costs and maintaining continuous property ownership rights.
