Cumberland, ME · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Cumberland
Under contract on a Cumberland (pop. 317,222) 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 Cumberland
Jurably files your memorandum with Cumberland 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 Cumberland? See the Cumberland recording reference.
Securing a contract in Cumberland — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Cumberland?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Cumberland 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 Cumberland allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Jurably files your memorandum with Cumberland 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 Cumberland?
One flat price that includes the county fee (Flat rate effective 1/1/2026: $40 ($35+$5 surcharge) other submitters; $25 govt/municipal, per document regardless of page count first / Included in flat rate - no separate per-page fee add'l (+Included in flat rate; plan recording flat $50 ($45+$5))), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.