Summit, OH · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Summit
Under contract on a Summit (pop. 540,428) 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 Summit
Summit 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 Summit? See the Summit recording reference.
Securing a contract in Summit — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Summit?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Summit 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 Summit allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Summit 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 Summit?
One flat price that includes the county fee ($34.00 for first two pages first / $8.00 per additional page add'l (+Copy fees: $4.00 per copy, +$1.00 if certified; unverified other riders)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.