Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Record a memorandum of contract in the Ramsey 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 Ramsey County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

One flat price that includes the county fee ($46 flat (registered or unregistered land) first / $0 (included in flat fee) add'l (+Well disclosure certificate $50 (waived if attached at time of deed recording); deed tax $1.65 per $500 of purchase price (separate from recording fee))), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.

Memorandum filing isn't available in Minnesota yet