Madison County, KY · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Madison County
Under contract on a Madison County (pop. 92,701) 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 Madison County
Madison 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 Madison County? See the Madison County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Madison County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Madison County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Madison 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 Madison County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Madison 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 Madison County?
$50.00 (standard deed, includes first 5 pages) first / $3.00 per page over 5 pages add'l (+$4.00 per additional notation/reference listed; KY transfer tax $0.50 per $500 of consideration; certified copy $5 for first 3 pages + $0.50/additional page) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.