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Kent County Release of Memorandum of Land Installment Contract Form

Kent County Release of Memorandum of Land Installment Contract Form

Kent County Release of Memorandum of Land Installment Contract Form

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

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Kent County Release of Memorandum of Land Installment Contract Guide

Kent County Release of Memorandum of Land Installment Contract Guide

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Kent County Completed Example of the Release of Memorandum of Land Installment Contract Document

Kent County Completed Example of the Release of Memorandum of Land Installment Contract Document

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

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Kent County Circuit Court Clerk
Address:
103 North Cross St
Chestertown, Maryland 21620

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

Phone: 410-778-7460 and 7415

Recording Tips for Kent County:
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
  • Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions

Cities and Jurisdictions in Kent County

Properties in any of these areas use Kent County forms:

  • Betterton
  • Chestertown
  • Galena
  • Kennedyville
  • Massey
  • Millington
  • Rock Hall
  • Still Pond
  • Worton

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Kent County vary. Contact the recorder's office at 410-778-7460 and 7415 for current fees.

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Recording a Release of a Memorandum of Land Installment Contract has important legal and practical effects on both the seller (vendor) and the buyer (purchaser). It signifies the termination or satisfaction of the land installment contract, and by recording the release, it provides public notice that the agreement is no longer in effect. Here’s how it impacts both parties:
Impact on the Seller (Vendor):

1. Clear Title: Recording a release removes the cloud on the title created by the original land installment contract or its memorandum. This means the seller can regain full legal ownership and control of the property without the buyer's interest being an encumbrance.

Future Transactions: After the release is recorded, the seller is free to sell, transfer, or refinance the property without concern about the installment contract being on record.

2. Liability Reduction: Once the release is recorded, the seller is typically released from obligations under the land installment contract. This includes any obligations to deliver the property to the buyer, provided all terms of the contract (such as payment) have been fulfilled or the contract has been canceled or satisfied.

3. Finalizing the Transaction: If the land installment contract has been satisfied (e.g., the buyer has made all payments), recording the release formalizes the end of the seller's involvement with the property and the buyer.

Impact on the Buyer (Purchaser):
1. End of Buyer’s Interest: Once the release is recorded, the buyer no longer holds any recorded interest or claim in the property. The buyer's right to acquire the property under the terms of the installment contract is terminated or satisfied, depending on the circumstances. If the contract was canceled or defaulted upon, the buyer's claim to the property is extinguished.
If the contract was fully satisfied, the buyer may now own the property outright (in which case the deed to the property would also be recorded).

2. Public Notice: Recording the release ensures that any third parties (like lenders, creditors, or potential buyers) are aware that the buyer no longer has an interest in the property. This is important for preventing disputes or misunderstandings in future transactions involving the property.

3. Obligation Relief: Once the release is recorded, the buyer is no longer obligated to make payments under the installment contract, and their liability under the agreement ends, assuming it has been satisfied or legally terminated.

Other Considerations:
Satisfaction of the Contract: If the buyer has fully satisfied the terms of the land installment contract (typically by making all payments), the release could signify the transfer of full legal ownership to the buyer. In such cases, the release would be recorded alongside a deed conveying ownership to the buyer.

Default or Termination: If the buyer defaults on the contract or both parties agree to terminate it, the release reflects the termination of the agreement. The buyer no longer has rights to the property, and the seller can take full control or re-sell it.

Public Record: By recording the release, it becomes part of the public land records, creating a clear chain of title and ensuring that future purchasers, lenders, or interested parties know that the land installment contract is no longer in effect.

Key Sections of Maryland Law:
Maryland Real Property Code, Section 3-101: This section governs the general requirements for the recordation of documents affecting real property, including the release of memoranda or other recorded interests.

Maryland Real Property Code, Section 3-105: This section addresses the priority of recorded documents and the effect of recording a release, ensuring that future buyers or parties are aware that the land installment contract is no longer in effect.

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

This Release of Memorandum of Land Installment Contract meets all recording requirements specific to Kent County.

Our Promise

The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Kent 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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