Hudson County, NJ · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Hudson County
Under contract on a Hudson County (pop. 724,854) 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 Hudson County
Hudson County 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 Hudson County? See the Hudson County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Hudson County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Hudson County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Hudson 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 Hudson County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Hudson County 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 Hudson County?
One flat price that includes the county fee (Deed: $45.00 first page; Mortgage: $35.00 first page; Mortgage Assignment: $40.00 first page; Mortgage Cancellation: $25.00 first page first / $10.00 per additional page for most instruments add'l (+$20.00 fee if cover sheet/electronic synopsis omitted; $5.00 Homelessness Trust Fund surcharge per document (except assignments of mortgage, lis pendens, notices of settlement))), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.