Gloucester County, NJ · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Gloucester County
Under contract on a Gloucester County (pop. 302,294) 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 Gloucester County
Gloucester County 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 Gloucester County? See the Gloucester County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Gloucester County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Gloucester County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Gloucester 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 Gloucester County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Gloucester County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Gloucester County?
One flat price that includes the county fee ($30.00 deed first page first / $10.00 per additional page (one side) add'l (+$20.00 penalty if no cover sheet/electronic synopsis submitted (in lieu of separate archive rider in some counties); realty transfer fee due at recording per NJ statute)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.