Union County, NJ · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Union County
Under contract on a Union County (pop. 575,345) 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 Union County
Union 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 Union County? See the Union County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Union County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Union County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Union 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 Union County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Union County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Union County?
One flat price that includes the county fee (Deed: $45.00 first page (includes Tax Abstract) first / $10.00 each additional page add'l (+$5.00 Homeless Trust Fund surcharge per document; certified copies $8.00 first page/$2.00 each additional page)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.