Lauderdale, MS · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Lauderdale
Under contract on a Lauderdale (pop. 72,980) 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 Lauderdale
Lauderdale 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 Lauderdale? See the Lauderdale recording reference.
Securing a contract in Lauderdale — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Lauderdale?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Lauderdale 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 Lauderdale allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Lauderdale supports electronic recording (via Simplifile), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Lauderdale?
$26.00 (includes indexing, first 5 pages) first / $1.00 per page over 5 add'l (+$1.00 archive fee; $10.00 non-conforming-format penalty; copies $0.25/pg (public), $0.50/pg (staff)) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.