Clay County Memorandum of an Installment Sales Contract Form
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Clay County Memorandum of an Installment Sales Contract Form
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Where to Record Your Documents
County Clerk/Recorder
Louisville, Illinois 62858
Hours: 8:00 to 4:00 Monday through Friday
Phone: (618) 665-3626
Recording Tips for Clay County:
- Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
- Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired
- Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
- Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
- Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
Cities and Jurisdictions in Clay County
Properties in any of these areas use Clay County forms:
- Clay City
- Flora
- Ingraham
- Louisville
- Sailor Springs
- Xenia
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Clay County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Clay 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 Clay County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Clay County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.
Can I reuse these forms?
Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Clay 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 Clay County?
Recording fees in Clay County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (618) 665-3626 for current fees.
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The seller has the option of recording the Contract for Deed, or a Memorandum of Contract (within 10 business days of the date of sale of any residential real estate subject to an installment sales contract, and prior to any subsequent sale or other transfer of any interest in the residential real estate or contract by the seller, the seller shall record the contract or a memorandum of the contract with the county recorder of deeds. A memorandum of the contract shall be titled "MEMORANDUM OF AN INSTALLMENT SALES CONTRACT") ((765 ILCS 67/20(a))
In short an ("Installment sales contract" or "contract" means any contract or agreement, including a contract for deed, bond for deed, or any other sale or legal device whereby a seller agrees to sell and the buyer agrees to buy a residential real estate, in which the consideration for the sale is payable in installments for a period of at least one year after the date of sale, and the seller continues to have an interest or security for the purchase price or otherwise in the property. "Installment sales contract" does not include a financing arrangement that for religious or cultural reasons does not allow the imposition or collection of interest and that is offered by a person, partnership, association, limited liability company, or corporation doing business under and as permitted by any law of this State or the United States relating to banks, savings and loan associations, savings banks, credit unions, or third-party religious or cultural lenders.) ((765 ILCS 67/5)
Why record a Memorandum instead of a Contract?
Memorandum of Contract: This is useful when you want to protect certain details of the agreement while still providing public notice of its existence. It is appropriate for maintaining some level of privacy and avoiding the recording of lengthy or sensitive contract details.
Original Contract: Recording the original contract is beneficial when you need full legal protection and clarity. It ensures that all terms are public and enforceable, providing comprehensive protection against disputes and claims.
Important: Your property must be located in Clay County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Memorandum of an Installment Sales Contract meets all recording requirements specific to Clay County.
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