York County, PA · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in York County
Under contract on a York County (pop. 473,197) 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 York County
York County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC, ePN, Indecomm), 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 York County? See the York County recording reference.
Securing a contract in York County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in York County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the York 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 York County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
York County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC, ePN, Indecomm), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in York County?
One flat price that includes the county fee ($85.25 (deed); $70.25 (mortgage) first / unverified specific per-page increment (see Recording Fees page) add'l), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.