Codington, SD · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Codington
Under contract on a Codington (pop. 28,322) 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 Codington
Codington 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 Codington? See the Codington recording reference.
Securing a contract in Codington — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Codington?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Codington 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 Codington allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Codington supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Codington?
$30.00 per document (covers first 50 pages) per SDCL 7-9-15 first / $2.00 per page after the first 50 pages add'l (+Certificate of Real Estate Value (PT-56) required with deeds/contracts for deed; transfer fee $0.50 per $500 of value; certified copies $5 first page/$1 each add'l page) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.