Hancock, ME · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Hancock
Under contract on a Hancock (pop. 57,171) 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 Hancock
Hancock supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC, ePN), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly. 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 Hancock? See the Hancock recording reference.
Securing a contract in Hancock — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Hancock?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Hancock 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 Hancock allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Hancock supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC, ePN), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Hancock?
Flat rate effective 1/1/2026: $40 ($35+$5 surcharge) other submitters; $25 govt/municipal, per document (statewide fee schedule per Maine Registers of Deeds Association) first / Included in flat rate - no separate per-page fee add'l (+Included in flat rate under 2026 schedule) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.