Howard County, MD · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Howard County
Under contract on a Howard County (pop. 332,317) 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 Howard County
Howard County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile), 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 Howard County? See the Howard County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Howard County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Howard County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Howard 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 Howard County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Howard County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Howard County?
$60 flat if principal residence (any length); otherwise $115 for non-exempt instruments 9+ pages first / Included in flat tiered fee; $50 for release of deed of trust add'l (+Recordation tax $2.50 per $500 of consideration (payable to Director of Finance, Howard County, MD); County transfer tax 1.25%; State transfer tax 0.5% (0.25% FTHB primary residence); Lien sheet required, $50) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.