Washoe County, NV · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Washoe County
Under contract on a Washoe County (pop. 486,492) 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 Washoe County
Washoe County 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 Washoe County? See the Washoe County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Washoe County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Washoe County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Washoe 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.
Does Washoe County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Washoe County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Washoe County?
One flat price that includes the county fee ($43.00 general document recording fee (first page) first / See official Schedule of Fees page (https://www.washoecounty.gov/recorder/schedule_of_fees.php) for per-additional-page and per-document breakdown add'l (+unverified exact Notice of Default / rider fee amounts; consult Schedule of Fees page)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.