Marin, CA · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Marin
Under contract on a Marin (pop. 262,321) 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 Marin
Marin 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 Marin? See the Marin recording reference.
Securing a contract in Marin — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Marin?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Marin 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 Marin allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Marin supports electronic recording (via Simplifile), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Marin?
$14.00 (8.5x11) per document title first / $3.00 per additional page (confirm current schedule at arcc.marincounty.gov/general-information/fees) add'l (+$75 SB2 fee per Government Code 27388.1, effective Jan 1 2018 (capped $225/transaction)) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.