Saint Louis County Affidavit of Equitable Interest Form
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Saint Louis County Affidavit of Equitable Interest Form
Fill in the blank Affidavit of Equitable Interest form formatted to comply with all Missouri recording and content requirements.
Saint Louis County Affidavit of Equitable Interest Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the Affidavit of Equitable Interest form.
Saint Louis County Completed Example of the Affidavit of Equitable Interest Document
Example of a properly completed Missouri Affidavit of Equitable Interest document for reference. Executed by Purchaser/Buyer.
Saint Louis County Completed Example of the Affidavit of Equitable Interest Document
Example of a properly completed Missouri Affidavit of Equitable Interest document for reference. Executed by Seller and Purchaser/Buyer
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Where to Record Your Documents
St. Louis County Recorder of Deeds
Clayton, Missouri 63105-1799
Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm M-F
Phone: (314) 615-7100
Recording Tips for Saint Louis County:
- White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
- Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
- Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
- Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
Cities and Jurisdictions in Saint Louis County
Properties in any of these areas use Saint Louis County forms:
- Allenton
- Ballwin
- Bridgeton
- Chesterfield
- Earth City
- Eureka
- Fenton
- Florissant
- Glencoe
- Grover
- Hazelwood
- Maryland Heights
- Saint Ann
- Saint Louis
- Valley Park
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Saint Louis County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Saint Louis 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 Saint Louis County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Saint Louis 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 Saint Louis 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 Saint Louis County?
Recording fees in Saint Louis County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (314) 615-7100 for current fees.
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Key Purposes of the Affidavit in Missouri:
1. Public Notice of Buyer’s Interest
Records the buyer’s equitable interest in the property with the county Recorder of Deeds.
Alerts anyone doing a title search (e.g., other buyers, lenders, title companies) that a prior claim exists.
2. Protects Against Seller Misconduct
Prevents the seller from:
Reselling the property to someone else.
Taking out loans against the property without disclosure.
Makes it harder for the seller to act in bad faith or “back out” after contract execution.
3. Supports Legal Standing in Court
Establishes evidence that a buyer has taken action to protect their interest.
Useful in disputes involving breach of contract, specific performance, or fraud.
4. Used in Creative Financing / Wholesaling
Common tool used by real estate investors or wholesalers to "cloud title" and ensure their deal doesn’t get bypassed.
Especially useful in Contracts for Deed, lease-options, and assignment deals.
5. Low-Commitment Alternative to Full Contract Recording
Instead of recording the full sales contract (which may contain sensitive info), the affidavit briefly states that a contract exists and protects the buyer's interest.
Legal Effect in Missouri:
Does not transfer legal title
Does not create a lien—it simply notifies the public of your interest
Gives priority rights if filed before others (like mechanics’ liens, new purchase agreements, etc.)
Important: Your property must be located in Saint Louis County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Affidavit of Equitable Interest meets all recording requirements specific to Saint Louis County.
Our Promise
The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Saint Louis 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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