Question 1

How do I secure a real-estate contract in Hillsborough?

Accepted Answer

Record a memorandum of contract in the Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough allow electronic recording of a memorandum?

Accepted Answer

Hillsborough supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.

Question 3

What does it cost to record a memorandum in Hillsborough?

Accepted Answer

One flat price that includes the county fee ($10.00 first / $8.50 per additional page add'l (+$1.00 per additional name beyond first 4 names)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.

Memorandum filing isn't available in Florida yet