Philadelphia County, PA · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Philadelphia County
Under contract on a Philadelphia County (pop. 1,574,281) 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 Philadelphia County
Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia County? See the Philadelphia County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Philadelphia County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Philadelphia County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia County?
One flat price that includes the county fee (Standard deed recording fee: $277.75-$278.75 (city fee schedule, may change periodically) first / Additional page/name fees embedded in flat statutory fee structure; deed with deceased spouse/partner $43.75; miscellaneous deed $263.75 add'l (+Deed of condemnation: $5 first page + $1 each additional page (separate schedule))), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.