Kern, CA · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Kern
Under contract on a Kern (pop. 909,235) 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 Kern
Kern 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 Kern? See the Kern recording reference.
Securing a contract in Kern — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Kern?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Kern 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 Kern allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Kern supports electronic recording (via Simplifile), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Kern?
$13.00 (standard 8.5x11 page) first / $3.00 per additional page; $3.00 penalty per page if non-standard size add'l (+$75 SB2 fee per title (capped $225/transaction) since Jan 1, 2018) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.