Question 1

How do I secure a real-estate contract in San Luis Obispo?

Accepted Answer

Record a memorandum of contract in the San Luis Obispo real-property records. It puts the public on notice of your equitable interest so the seller can’t cleanly sell to someone else. Notarized online, recorded with the county, and returned to you.

Question 2

Does San Luis Obispo allow electronic recording of a memorandum?

Accepted Answer

San Luis Obispo supports electronic recording (via Simplifile), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.

Question 3

What does it cost to record a memorandum in San Luis Obispo?

Accepted Answer

One flat price that includes the county fee ($14.00 (first page, 8.5x11), effective fee schedule Jan 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026; add $14.00 per additional title first / $3.00 per additional page or fraction thereof add'l (+Additional $14.00 per additional title; nonconforming page-size surcharge may apply)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.

Memorandum filing isn't available in California yet