Knox County Memorandum of an Installment Sales Contract Form

Last validated September 17, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Formatted for recording in Knox County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Abingdon, Altona, Dahinda, East Galesburg, Galesburg, Gilson, Henderson, Knoxville and 8 more.

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Knox County Memorandum of an Installment Sales Contract Form

Knox County Memorandum of an Installment Sales Contract Form

Fill in the blank Memorandum of an Installment Sales Contract form formatted to comply with all Illinois recording and content requirements.

Document last validated 8/6/2026
Knox County Memorandum of an Installment Sales Contract Guide

Knox County Memorandum of an Installment Sales Contract Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the Memorandum of an Installment Sales Contract form.

Document last validated 7/22/2026
Knox County Completed Example of the Memorandum of an Installment Sales Contract Document

Knox County Completed Example of the Memorandum of an Installment Sales Contract Document

Example of a properly completed Illinois Memorandum of an Installment Sales Contract document for reference.

Document last validated 9/17/2026

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Important: Your property must be located in Knox County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Knox County Recorder

Address:
Courthouse - 200 S Cherry St, 3rd floor
Galesburg, Illinois 61401

Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F

Phone: (309) 345-3818

Recording Tips for Knox County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
  • Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe

Cities and Jurisdictions in Knox County

Properties in any of these areas use Knox County forms:

  • Abingdon
  • Altona
  • Dahinda
  • East Galesburg
  • Galesburg
  • Gilson
  • Henderson
  • Knoxville
  • Maquon
  • Oneida
  • Rio
  • Saint Augustine
  • Victoria
  • Wataga
  • Williamsfield
  • Yates City

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Knox County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Knox 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 Knox County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Knox 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 Knox 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. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. 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 Knox County?

Recording fees in Knox County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (309) 345-3818 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

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 Knox County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.

This Memorandum of an Installment Sales Contract meets all recording requirements specific to Knox County.

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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Knox County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.

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