Richmond city, VA · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Richmond city
Under contract on a Richmond city (pop. 237,257) 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 Richmond city
Jurably files your memorandum with Richmond city 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 Richmond city? See the Richmond city recording reference.
Securing a contract in Richmond city — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Richmond city?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Richmond city 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 Richmond city allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Jurably files your memorandum with Richmond city 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 Richmond city?
One flat price that includes the county fee ($18 (instrument of 10 or fewer pages) per Va. Code §17.1-275, plus a $3.00 increase to Deed Book/Will Book recording fees effective July 1, 2026 first / $32 for 11-30 pages; $52 for 31+ pages (plus the $3.00 increase noted above) add'l (+Additional statutory recordation tax/technology fees apply - use the City of Richmond Circuit Court Deed Calculation Tool for exact total)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.