Yellowstone, MT · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Yellowstone
Under contract on a Yellowstone (pop. 164,731) 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. You complete and sign it online; Jurably notarizes and records it.
How it works in Yellowstone
Yellowstone 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 Yellowstone? See the Yellowstone recording reference.
Securing a contract in Yellowstone — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Yellowstone?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Yellowstone 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.
Does Yellowstone allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Yellowstone supports electronic recording (via Simplifile), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Yellowstone?
One flat price that includes the county fee ($20.00 (standard document, first page) first / $10.00 per subsequent page (standard); see county fee-notice PDF for non-standard schedule add'l (+UCC lien filing $7.00; construction lien filing $5.00; subdivision plats/certificates of survey $25.00 plus tiered lot fees; no separate archive rider identified)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.