Thurston, WA · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Thurston
Under contract on a Thurston (pop. 294,793) 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 Thurston
Thurston supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC, ePN, Indecomm), 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 Thurston? See the Thurston recording reference.
Securing a contract in Thurston — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Thurston?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Thurston 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 Thurston allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Thurston supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC, ePN, Indecomm), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Thurston?
$303.50 standard deed / $304.50 Deed of Trust (per current fee schedule effective 7/27/2025) first / $1.00 per additional page add'l (+Non-standard document surcharge may apply per RCW 65.04) plus Jurably’s flat handling — itemized, with a self-record option. No hidden document-prep fee.