Houston County, GA · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Houston County
Under contract on a Houston County (pop. 163,642) 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 Houston County
Jurably files your memorandum with Houston 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 Houston County? See the Houston County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Houston County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Houston County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Houston 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 Houston County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Jurably files your memorandum with Houston 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 Houston County?
One flat price that includes the county fee ($25.00 flat per instrument (deed, cancellation of security deed, assignment deed, other recording on deed — effective 1/1/2020 under HB 288) first / None — flat statewide fee regardless of page count add'l), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.