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Cecil County Land Installment Contract Form

Cecil County Land Installment Contract Form

Cecil County Land Installment Contract Form

Fill in the blank Land Installment Contract form formatted to comply with all Maryland recording and content requirements.

Document Last Validated 4/18/2025
Cecil County Land Installment Contract Guide

Cecil County Land Installment Contract Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the Land Installment Contract form.

Document Last Validated 6/20/2025
Cecil County Completed Example of the Land Installment Contract Document

Cecil County Completed Example of the Land Installment Contract Document

Example of a properly completed Maryland Land Installment Contract document for reference.

Document Last Validated 6/6/2025
Cecil County Residential Property Disclosure

Cecil County Residential Property Disclosure

Seller's disclosure form applicable for residential property.

Document Last Validated 6/6/2025
Cecil County Lead Based Paint Disclosure Form

Cecil County Lead Based Paint Disclosure Form

Applicable to property built before 1978.

Document Last Validated 8/28/2025
Cecil County Lead based paint brochure.

Cecil County Lead based paint brochure.

Brochure for buyers if applicable.

Document Last Validated 8/12/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Circuit Court Clerk's Office
Address:
129 East Main St
Elkton, Maryland 21921

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

Phone: 410-996-5375

Recording Tips for Cecil County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
  • Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these

Cities and Jurisdictions in Cecil County

Properties in any of these areas use Cecil County forms:

  • Cecilton
  • Charlestown
  • Chesapeake City
  • Childs
  • Colora
  • Conowingo
  • Earleville
  • Elk Mills
  • Elkton
  • Georgetown
  • North East
  • Perry Point
  • Perryville
  • Port Deposit
  • Rising Sun
  • Warwick

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Cecil County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Cecil 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 Cecil 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 Cecil County?

Recording fees in Cecil County vary. Contact the recorder's office at 410-996-5375 for current fees.

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Land Installment Contract, sometimes referred to a Land Contract, allows for installments with or without a balloon payment.

1. Contract Requirements
The contract must be:
In writing and signed by both the seller and the buyer.
It must contain the following key details:
Names and addresses of the vendor and purchaser.
Legal description of the property being sold.
The purchase price and terms of payment, including the number of installments and the payment schedule.
A statement of the interest rate (if applicable) and any late payment penalties.
The date the purchaser signed the contract.
The rights of both parties in case of default or breach of the contract.
A notice of the vendor’s right to terminate the contract upon the buyer’s default.

2. Recording the Contract
The vendor must record the contract with the clerk of the circuit court in the county where the property is located within 15 days of the contract being executed. If the vendor fails to record the contract: The purchaser has the right to cancel the contract and demand a refund of all payments and deposits.

3. Purchaser’s Rights and Protections
Right to Cancel: The purchaser has the right to cancel the contract in certain situations, such as if the vendor fails to record the contract or provide necessary disclosures.
Statement of Account: The purchaser can request a written statement from the vendor detailing the balance remaining on the contract. The vendor is required to provide this information.
Possession of Property: The purchaser is entitled to possession of the property during the term of the contract, even though the vendor holds legal title.

4. Vendor’s Rights
The vendor has the right to terminate the contract if the purchaser defaults on the payments or breaches other terms of the contract. Upon termination, the vendor may take legal action to regain possession of the property.

5. Final Payment and Transfer of Title
Once the purchaser has made the final payment, the vendor is legally obligated to transfer full legal title to the property by delivering a deed to the purchaser.

6. Statute of Limitations
If there is no specified date for the delivery of the deed after full payment, any legal action related to the contract must be initiated within five years of the date the final payment was required under the terms of the contract.

7. Remedies for Breach
If the vendor violates the provisions of the statute (e.g., failing to record the contract or not providing required disclosures), the purchaser may file a lawsuit in a court of equity. The court can: Grant specific performance, requiring the vendor to fulfill their obligations.
Award damages to the purchaser.
Order the vendor to cover the purchaser’s legal fees.

8. Applicability
This statute applies specifically to residential properties and transactions involving owner-occupied dwellings. Land installment contracts for commercial or non-residential properties may be governed by additional or different rules.

Key Legal Citations:
Maryland Real Property Code, Title 10, Subtitle 1 (Land Installment Contracts).
This statutory framework is designed to protect both parties involved in a land installment sale, ensuring that the buyer gains possession and equitable interest while paying over time and that the seller retains the security of legal title until full payment is made.

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

This Land Installment Contract meets all recording requirements specific to Cecil County.

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