Kenton County, KY · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Kenton County
Under contract on a Kenton County (pop. 169,064) 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 Kenton County
Jurably files your memorandum with Kenton 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 Kenton County? See the Kenton County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Kenton County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Kenton County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Kenton 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 Kenton County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Jurably files your memorandum with Kenton 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 Kenton County?
One flat price that includes the county fee ($50.00 (deed, first 5 pages) first / $3.00 per page over 5 (mortgage $80 base covers 30 pages) add'l (+Not specified; standard KY $4 per additional book/reference notation)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.