Linn County, IA · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Linn County
Under contract on a Linn County (pop. 230,299) 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 Linn County
Linn 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 Linn County? See the Linn County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Linn County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Linn County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Linn 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 Linn County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Linn County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Linn County?
One flat price that includes the county fee ($7.00 standard instruments; $12.00 for deeds/contracts/condemnations (incl. $5 transfer/declaration-of-value fee) per Iowa Code 331.604 first / $5.00 per additional page add'l (+Transaction surcharge $2/transaction; transfer fee $5/parcel (max $50); non-standard document fee $10; certification $5/document + $1/page; copies $1/page)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.