Lake, OH · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Lake
Under contract on a Lake (pop. 232,603) 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 Lake
Lake 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 Lake? See the Lake recording reference.
Securing a contract in Lake — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Lake?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Lake 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 Lake allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Lake supports electronic recording (via Simplifile), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Lake?
One flat price that includes the county fee ($34.00 for first two pages (single-sided) plus a $5.00 preservation fee, totaling $39.00 first / $8.00 per additional page add'l (+$5.00 preservation/records-management rider included in first-page total; $20 non-conforming-document penalty per Ohio statute)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.