Delaware County, PA · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Delaware County
Under contract on a Delaware County (pop. 580,937) 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 Delaware County
Delaware 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 Delaware County? See the Delaware County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Delaware County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Delaware County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Delaware 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 Delaware County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Delaware 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 Delaware County?
One flat price that includes the county fee (Deed (4 pages) total $116.25; Mortgage (4 pages) total $114.25 (base $38 + Affordable Housing $16 + Act 152 $15 + CJEA $40.25 + County Improvement $5) first / $4.00/additional page (deed); mortgage additional page fees per fee schedule add'l (+Additional name after 4: $1; additional folio after 10: $1)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.