Cameron County, TX · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Cameron County
Under contract on a Cameron County (pop. 421,020) 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 Cameron County
Jurably files your memorandum with Cameron County and tracks it all the way to a recorded instrument; timing follows the county's own turnaround. 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 Cameron County? See the Cameron County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Cameron County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Cameron County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Cameron 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 Cameron County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Jurably files your memorandum with Cameron County and tracks it all the way to a recorded instrument; timing follows the county's own turnaround.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Cameron County?
One flat price that includes the county fee ($35.00 for first page first / $4.00 per additional page add'l (+$0.25 per name indexed beyond 5 names; State Tax Lien/Release $10.00; plain copies $1/page; certified copies $5/document plus $1/page)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.