Lincoln, SD · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Lincoln
Under contract on a Lincoln (pop. 65,159) 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 Lincoln
Lincoln 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 Lincoln? See the Lincoln recording reference.
Securing a contract in Lincoln — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Lincoln?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Lincoln 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 Lincoln allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Lincoln supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Lincoln?
$30 first page (first 50 pages) for deeds, mortgages, assignments, satisfactions, easements, contracts (real estate transfer fee separate); Plats $60 first / $2 per page for pages over 50 add'l (+Copy fee $1/page; not separately itemized for riders) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.