Salt Lake County, UT · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Salt Lake County
Under contract on a Salt Lake County (pop. 1,220,916) 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 Salt Lake County
Salt Lake County 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 Salt Lake County? See the Salt Lake County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Salt Lake County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Salt Lake County?
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. Jurably prepares, notarizes, and files it for you.
Does Salt Lake County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Salt Lake County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Salt Lake County?
$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) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.