Question 1

How do I secure a real-estate contract in Hennepin County?

Accepted Answer

Record a memorandum of contract in the Hennepin 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.

Question 2

Does Hennepin County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?

Accepted Answer

Hennepin County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC, ePN, Indecomm), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.

Question 3

What does it cost to record a memorandum in Hennepin County?

Accepted Answer

One flat price that includes the county fee ($46 (standard documents: deeds, assignments, satisfactions, per MN Statute 357.18) first / Condo/plats: $56 minimum for first 112 units, $0.50 per additional unit add'l (+Well disclosure certificate: $54; Agricultural Conservation fee: $5 (when deed/mortgage tax applies))), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.

Memorandum filing isn't available in Minnesota yet