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. Jurably prepares, notarizes, and records it.
How it works in Jefferson County
Jefferson County records on paper, so Jurably files your memorandum by certified mail and tracks it to a recorded instrument. 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. Jurably prepares, notarizes, and files it for you.
Does Jefferson County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Jefferson County records on paper, so Jurably files your memorandum by certified mail and tracks it to a recorded instrument.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Jefferson County?
$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) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.