Question 1

How do I secure a real-estate contract in Salt Lake County?

Accepted Answer

Record a memorandum of contract in the Salt Lake 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.

Question 2

Does Salt Lake County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?

Accepted Answer

Salt Lake County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.

Question 3

What does it cost to record a memorandum in Salt Lake County?

Accepted Answer

One flat price that includes the county fee ($45.00 per document (statewide fee under UCA 17-21-18.5, effective 5/6/2026) first / $2.00 for each legal description over 10 add'l (+Subdivision/condo maps $50/sheet + $2/lot or unit; copies $2.00/page certified, $1.00/page ownership & description)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.

Memorandum filing isn't available in Utah yet