Lee, MS · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Lee
Under contract on a Lee (pop. 83,354) 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 Lee
Lee supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC), 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 Lee? See the Lee recording reference.
Securing a contract in Lee — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Lee?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Lee 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 Lee allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Lee supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Lee?
$26.00 (includes indexing for first 5 pages) first / $1.00 per page over 5 add'l (+$1.00 archive fee; $27.00 for assignments/releases/modifications (first 5 pages)) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.