Allegheny County, PA · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Allegheny County
Under contract on a Allegheny County (pop. 1,225,035) 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 Allegheny County
Allegheny 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 Allegheny County? See the Allegheny County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Allegheny County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Allegheny County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Allegheny 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 Allegheny County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Allegheny 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 Allegheny County?
One flat price that includes the county fee ($181.75 flat fee to record a deed, mortgage, or easement first / No additional per-page charge unless document has more than 30 names ($5.00/name over 30) add'l (+$10.00 per parcel for deed certification over 30 parcels)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.