Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Record a memorandum of contract in the Weber 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 Weber County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?

Accepted Answer

Weber 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 Weber County?

Accepted Answer

One flat price that includes the county fee ($45.00 (effective May 6, 2026, per HB38; all instruments up to 10 legal descriptions regardless of page count) first / No per-page charge beyond first-page fee; $2.00 for each additional description over 10 add'l (+Dedication plats $55.00 per page plus $2.00 per lot; copies $1.00 per sheet)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.

Memorandum filing isn't available in Utah yet