Forsyth County, GA · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Forsyth County
Under contract on a Forsyth County (pop. 251,287) 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 Forsyth County
Jurably files your memorandum with Forsyth County and tracks it all the way to a recorded instrument; timing follows the county's own turnaround. 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 Forsyth County? See the Forsyth County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Forsyth County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Forsyth County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Forsyth 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 Forsyth County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Jurably files your memorandum with Forsyth County and tracks it all the way to a recorded instrument; timing follows the county's own turnaround.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Forsyth County?
One flat price that includes the county fee ($25.00 flat per instrument (deeds/security deeds), per O.C.G.A. § 15-6-77 statewide fee schedule first / No separate additional-page fee under the current flat-fee statute (eliminated statewide effective 1/1/2020) add'l), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.