Rankin, MS · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Rankin
Under contract on a Rankin (pop. 157,022) 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 Rankin
Rankin supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC, ePN), 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 Rankin? See the Rankin recording reference.
Securing a contract in Rankin — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Rankin?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Rankin 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 Rankin allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Rankin supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC, ePN), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Rankin?
$26.00 (includes indexing, first 5 pages) first / $1.00 per page after 5 pages add'l (+$1.00 per additional section/subdivision lot; non-conforming document fee $10.00; copies made by staff $0.50/page; certification $1.00 additional) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.