Lubbock County, TX · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Lubbock County
Under contract on a Lubbock County (pop. 310,633) 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 Lubbock County
Jurably files your memorandum with Lubbock 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 Lubbock County? See the Lubbock County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Lubbock County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Lubbock County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Lubbock 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 Lubbock County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Jurably files your memorandum with Lubbock 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 Lubbock County?
One flat price that includes the county fee ($25.00 total (Clerk Recording Fee $5.00 + Records Management $10.00 + Records Archive $10.00, per fee schedule effective 1/1/2024) first / $4.00 (per page with visible marks) add'l (+$0.25 per name indexed over 5 names; Brand/location recording $25.00 total ($5 recording + $10 records management + $10 records archive); Military discharge (DD214) filing and certified copies are free)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.