Morris County, NJ · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Morris County
Under contract on a Morris County (pop. 509,285) 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 Morris County
Morris 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 Morris County? See the Morris County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Morris County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Morris County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Morris 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 Morris County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Morris 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 Morris County?
One flat price that includes the county fee (Deed or easement: $40.00 first page first / $10.00 per additional page; $6.00 per name indexed over five names add'l (+$20.00 fee if cover sheet/electronic synopsis omitted (effective May 1, 2017); realty transfer fee tiers apply per NJ statute)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.