Kent County, DE · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Kent County
Under contract on a Kent County (pop. 181,851) 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. You complete and sign it online; Jurably notarizes and records it.
How it works in Kent County
Kent 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 Kent County? See the Kent County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Kent County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Kent County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Kent County 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.
Does Kent County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Kent 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 Kent County?
One flat price that includes the county fee ($10.00 per page (including first page), plus $36.00 document fee ($30.00 State + $1.00 County + $5.00 Technology), effective June 1, 2024 first / $10.00 per page add'l (+$40.00 non-conforming fee per document if formatting requirements not met; $20.00 rejection fee; $5.00 per additional tax parcel/map number for deeds; $7.00 notation fee per mortgage)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.