Franklin County Contract for the Sale of Real Estate Form
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Franklin County Contract for the Sale of Real Estate Form
Fill in the blank Contract for the Sale of Real Estate form formatted to comply with all Indiana recording and content requirements.

Franklin County Contract for the Sale of Real Estate Guide
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Franklin County Completed Example of the Contract for the Sale of Real Estate Document
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Where to Record Your Documents
Franklin County Recorder
Brookville, Indiana 47012
Hours: Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Phone: (765) 647-5131
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Cities and Jurisdictions in Franklin County
Properties in any of these areas use Franklin County forms:
- Bath
- Brookville
- Cedar Grove
- Laurel
- Metamora
- New Trenton
- Oldenburg
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How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Franklin 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 Franklin County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Franklin 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 Franklin 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 Franklin County?
Recording fees in Franklin County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (765) 647-5131 for current fees.
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Use this Contract to purchase a property without installment payments, Seller agrees to sell and Buyer agrees to buy the property through a Title Company.
Benefits of Using a Title Company:
Security: The use of an escrow service provides security to both parties, ensuring that funds are only released when all conditions are satisfied.
Efficiency: Title companies specialize in handling real estate transactions, which can streamline the process and reduce the chances of errors or delays.
Legal Compliance: Title companies ensure that the transaction complies with all applicable laws and regulations, which is particularly important in complex transactions.
Listed Below: Brief description of Headings
CONTRACT FOR SALE OF REAL ESTATE
This Contract for Sale is made on between
with an address at referred to as the "Seller/Grantor,"
AND
with an address at referred to as the "Buyer/Grantee."
The words "Seller and Buyer" include all Buyers and all Sellers listed above.
1. PURCHASE AGREEMENT. The Seller agrees to sell and the Buyer agrees to buy:
2. PROPERTY. The Property consists of: Further described as:
3. PURCHASE PRICE. The Purchase Price is $
4. PAYMENT OF PURCHASE PRICE. The Buyer will pay the purchase price as follows:
Upon signing of this Contract, a deposit of $ is to be paid by Buyer into the escrow account of Buyer's Title Company, to be applied to the Purchase Price at Closing. Balance to be paid at closing of title, in cash or by certified or bank cashier's check or attorney's trust account check, in the amount of $
5. TIME AND PLACE OF CLOSING. The closing shall take place on or before XX/YY/20XX The closing shall occur sooner at the discretion of the Buyer upon reasonable notice to Seller.
6. TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP.
7. CLOSING DOCUMENTS. Seller shall give Buyer a properly executed deed and an adequate affidavit of title and will provide Buy
8. PHYSICAL CONDITION OF THE PROPERTY AND INSPECTION.
9. RISK OF LOSS. The Seller is responsible for any damage to the Property, except for normal wear and tear, until the closing.
10. POSSESSION: At closing, Seller shall give the Buyer possession of the Property..
11. COMPLETE AGREEMENT. This Contract is the entire and only agreement between the Buyer and the Seller.
12. PARTIES LIABLE. This Contract is binding upon all parties who sign it and all who succeed to their rights and responsibilities.
13. ASSIGNMENT. Buyer may assign this Agreement without limitation.
14. SPECIAL PROVISIONS: Add anything unique to your situation.
15. BINDING ON SUCCESSORS. This Contract is binding upon all parties who sign it and all who succeed to their rights and responsibilities.
16. NOTICES. All notices under this Contract must be in writing.
17. GOVERNING LAW AND SEVERABILITY. This Contract shall be governed by the laws of the State of Indiana. If any part of this Agreement is deemed unenforceable, that part of the Agreement shall be stricken or modified so that the resulting Agreement will remain enforceable within the intent closest to that of the original Contract, to the extent allowable by law.
18. BUYER'S ACCEPTANCE of the Deed at settlement shall be deemed full performance of the Contract
19. REALTORS COMMISSIONS: there are / there are NOT - realtor commissions involved in this transaction. In the amount of $ (if applicable)
20. ALL PARTIES affirm that they have read, understand and agree to the terms of this Contract.
For use in Indiana only.
Important: Your property must be located in Franklin County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Contract for the Sale of Real Estate meets all recording requirements specific to Franklin County.
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