Imperial, CA · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Imperial
Under contract on a Imperial (pop. 179,702) 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 Imperial
Imperial supports electronic recording (via Simplifile), 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 Imperial? See the Imperial recording reference.
Securing a contract in Imperial — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Imperial?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Imperial 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 Imperial allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Imperial supports electronic recording (via Simplifile), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Imperial?
$14.00 (plus $75 Building Homes and Jobs Act/SB2 fee per single transaction per single parcel, not to exceed $225, unless exempt) first / $3.00 per additional page add'l (+See recorder-fees fee schedule for additional titles/references and copy fees) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.