Polk County, IA · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Polk County
Under contract on a Polk County (pop. 492,401) 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 Polk County
Polk 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 Polk County? See the Polk County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Polk County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Polk County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Polk 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 Polk County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Polk County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Polk County?
One flat price that includes the county fee ($12 first page (deeds/contracts/changes of title); $7 first page (mortgages/releases); plus $5 auditor's transfer fee per parcel on deeds first / $5 per additional page (all document types) add'l (+$5 auditor's transfer fee per separate parcel conveyed; standard IA $1 records management + $1 e-commerce fee per transaction typically included)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.