Charleston, SC · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Charleston
Under contract on a Charleston (pop. 408,235) 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. Jurably prepares, notarizes, and records it.
How it works in Charleston
Charleston supports electronic recording (via 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 Charleston? See the Charleston recording reference.
Securing a contract in Charleston — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Charleston?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Charleston real-property records. It puts the public on notice of your equitable interest so the seller can’t cleanly sell to someone else. Jurably prepares, notarizes, and files it for you.
Does Charleston allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Charleston supports electronic recording (via CSC), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Charleston?
Deed: $15.00 flat + $1.85 per $500 consideration (state $1.30 + county $0.55) first / Agreement/Amendment/Contract/Declaration/Dissolution/Easement/Lease/Mortgage/Restrictive Covenant/UCC/Waiver: $25 flat; Affidavit/Article/Assignment/Mechanics Lien/Release: $10 flat (per county fee schedule PDF, unable to fully OCR) add'l (+See official fee PDF (not fully machine-readable): https://charlestoncounty.org/departments/rod/files/recording-fees.pdf) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.