what is a dower affidavit
How to Write an Affidavit An Affidavit is a sworn written statement of facts made under oath. The person who signs the Affidavit (the declarant/affiant) makes an oath in front of the witness to confirm that the statements therein are factual to the best of the declarant's knowledge.n Affidavit includes information such as: 1  The name and address of the person swearing the Affidavit. 2  The facts of the Affidavit (what the declarant is swearing to). 3  Information about the court where it will be used or filed. 4  Signing details for both the affiant and the notary public.