Utah County, UT · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Utah County
Under contract on a Utah County (pop. 759,859) 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 Utah County
Utah County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile), 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 Utah County? See the Utah County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Utah County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Utah County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Utah 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 Utah County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Utah County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Utah County?
$40.00 standard document (up to 10 legal descriptions); fees set by state legislature effective 5/14/2019, subsequent HB38 increase (May 6, 2026) may apply — confirm current amount first / $2.00 per additional description over 10 add'l (+Subdivision maps $50.00 per page plus $2.00 per lot; document copies $1.00/page; certification $5.00; computer screen printout $0.50) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.