Kern County Memorandum and Notice of Agreement Form

Kern County Memorandum and Notice of Agreement Form
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Kern County Memorandum and Notice of Agreement Guide
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Kern County Completed Example of the Memorandum and Notice of Agreement Document
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Where to Record Your Documents
Kern County Recorder
Bakersfield, California 93301
Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm / Recording until 2:00pm
Phone: 661-868-6400 x 86448
Recording Tips for Kern County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
- Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
- Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
- Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
Cities and Jurisdictions in Kern County
Properties in any of these areas use Kern County forms:
- Arvin
- Bakersfield
- Bodfish
- Boron
- Buttonwillow
- Caliente
- California City
- Cantil
- Delano
- Edison
- Edwards
- Fellows
- Frazier Park
- Glennville
- Inyokern
- Johannesburg
- Keene
- Kernville
- Lake Isabella
- Lamont
- Lebec
- Lost Hills
- Maricopa
- Mc Farland
- Mc Kittrick
- Mojave
- Onyx
- Randsburg
- Ridgecrest
- Rosamond
- Shafter
- Taft
- Tehachapi
- Tupman
- Wasco
- Weldon
- Wofford Heights
- Woody
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Kern County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Kern County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.
Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Kern County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Kern County including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.
Can I reuse these forms?
Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Kern County you only need to order once.
What do I need to use these forms?
The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.
Are there any recurring fees?
No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.
How much does it cost to record in Kern County?
Recording fees in Kern County vary. Contact the recorder's office at 661-868-6400 x 86448 for current fees.
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A "Memorandum of Purchase Agreement" commonly referred to as a "Memorandum of Agreement" (MOA), Memorandum of Contract (MOC) or "Memorandum of Understanding" (MOU) in the context of real estate, is used primarily as a means to provide public notice of an equitable interest in a real estate transaction without disclosing the full details of the purchase agreement. This document is particularly useful in transactions where the buyer and seller have agreed to terms but the final closing and transfer of the deed have not yet occurred. By recording this memorandum with the county recorder's office, the buyer establishes a public record of their interest in the property, which can protect against subsequent claims or liens by third parties.
Key Purposes of a Memorandum of Purchase Agreement:
1. Notice of Equitable Interest: The memorandum serves as notice to the public that the buyer has an equitable interest in the property due to the purchase agreement. This is important in protecting the buyer’s interest against claims by other parties who might otherwise be unaware of the agreement.
2. Protection During the Closing Process: Real estate transactions can involve a lengthy closing process, including financing approval, inspections, and other contingencies. Recording a memorandum helps safeguard the buyer's interest in the property during this period.
3. Confidentiality: A memorandum of purchase agreement allows the parties to keep the specific terms of their agreement, such as the purchase price and other sensitive details, private. Only the essential facts necessary to establish interest in the property are included in the memorandum
Impact on Title: While the memorandum itself does not transfer title, it does create a public record of the buyer’s interest, which can be important in the event of disputes or if the seller attempts to convey the property to another party.
Use with Other Real Estate Transactions: Although commonly associated with purchase agreements, memoranda can also be used with other types of real estate transactions that convey an interest in property, such as land contracts or options to purchase.
Important: Your property must be located in Kern County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Memorandum and Notice of Agreement meets all recording requirements specific to Kern County.
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The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Kern County recording requirements for formatting. If there's an issue caused by our formatting, we'll make it right and refund your payment.
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