Clayton County, GA · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Clayton County
Under contract on a Clayton County (pop. 299,403) 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 Clayton County
Clayton County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC, ePN), 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 Clayton County? See the Clayton County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Clayton County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Clayton County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Clayton County 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 Clayton County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Clayton County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC, ePN), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Clayton County?
$25.00 flat (deeds, cancellation of security deed, assignment deed, other recording on deed) under HB 288 statewide GA schedule first / No additional per-page fee for deeds (flat $25); plats/maps/condo floor plans $10 first page + $10 each additional page add'l (+Certified copies: $2.50 first page + $0.50 each additional page; computer printouts $2.50/page; unassisted in-person copies $0.50/page) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.