Montgomery, AL · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Montgomery
Under contract on a Montgomery (pop. 228,954) property? Recording a memorandum of contract gives the public constructive notice of your equitable interest, so the seller can’t sell out from under you. Jurably prepares, notarizes, and records it.
How it works in Montgomery
Montgomery supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly. It is lawful notice of a genuine, executed contract — not a lien and not a pressure tactic. When your deal closes or ends, Jurably records a prompt release to clear the record.
Need the recorder-office details, fees, and formatting for Montgomery? See the Montgomery recording reference.
Securing a contract in Montgomery — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Montgomery?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Montgomery real-property records. It puts the public on notice of your equitable interest so the seller can’t cleanly sell to someone else. Jurably prepares, notarizes, and files it for you.
Does Montgomery allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Montgomery supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Montgomery?
$8.50 (includes $5 indexing + $1 certification + $2.50/page, up to 2 grantor/2 grantee names) plus deed tax $0.50/$500 value first / $2.50 per additional page; $1 per additional name or book/page reference add'l (+Mortgage recording add $0.15/$100 (mortgage tax); Real Estate Sales Validation Form required if no stated purchase price) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.