Northampton County, PA · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Northampton County
Under contract on a Northampton County (pop. 324,411) 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 Northampton County
Northampton County 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 Northampton County? See the Northampton County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Northampton County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Northampton County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Northampton 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 Northampton County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Northampton County 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 Northampton County?
One flat price that includes the county fee (Deed or Mortgage: $75.25 (covers standard base pages/names) first / Standard PA additional page ($2.00) / name ($0.50) fee over base 4; confirm on current fee schedule page add'l (+Assignment/Release of Mortgage $60.75; Satisfaction of Mortgage $60.75; Easement/Right of Way $58.75; Parcel Certification Fee $10.00)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.