Harris County, TX · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Harris County
Under contract on a Harris County (pop. 4,731,122) 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 Harris County
Harris County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC, ePN), 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 Harris County? See the Harris County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Harris County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Harris County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Harris 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 Harris County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Harris County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC, ePN), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Harris County?
One flat price that includes the county fee ($25.00 first / $4.00 per additional page add'l (+$10.00 records archive fee; $10.00 records management fee; $0.25 per additional name indexed beyond 5; condominium records $10/sheet (4 pages taped as one sheet), key maps $50/page)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.