Elkhart County, IN · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Elkhart County
Under contract on a Elkhart County (pop. 207,058) 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 Elkhart County
Elkhart County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile), 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 Elkhart County? See the Elkhart County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Elkhart County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Elkhart County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Elkhart 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 Elkhart County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Elkhart County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Elkhart County?
$25.00 deeds and all other documents (includes 1 oversize page); Mortgages & Subordinate Mortgages $55.00 first / $5.00 per additional page exceeding 8.5x14"; Plats (18x24) $25.00, each additional plat page $5.00 add'l (+UCCs $25.00; copies $1.00/page (11x17 or smaller), $5.00/page larger; certification $5.00) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.