Benton County, AR · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Benton County
Under contract on a Benton County (pop. 284,340) 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 Benton County
Benton County 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 Benton County? See the Benton County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Benton County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Benton County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Benton County 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 Benton County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Benton County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Benton County?
$15.00 (one-sided page) first / $5.00 per additional page (two-sided instrument = 2 pages) add'l (+Real Property Transfer Tax: $3.30 per $1,000 of actual consideration over $100; see county Fee Schedule PDF for full rider/document-specific fees) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.