Jefferson County, KY · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Jefferson County
Under contract on a Jefferson County (pop. 782,969) 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 Jefferson County
Jurably files your memorandum with Jefferson 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 Jefferson County? See the Jefferson County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Jefferson County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Jefferson County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Jefferson 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 Jefferson County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Jurably files your memorandum with Jefferson 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 Jefferson County?
One flat price that includes the county fee ($50 (deed, first 5 pages); deed with release $96; deed of correction $46 first / $3.00 per page over 5 (mortgages: over 30 pages) add'l (+$4.00 for each additional book/reference notation added to the document)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.