Missouri Forms

Cole County Contract for Deed Form

Cole County Contract for Deed Form

Cole County Contract for Deed Form

Fill in the blank Contract for Deed form formatted to comply with all Missouri recording and content requirements.

Document Last Validated 8/7/2025
Cole County Contract for Deed Guide

Cole County Contract for Deed Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the Contract for Deed form.

Document Last Validated 7/3/2025
Cole County Completed Example of the Contract for Deed Document

Cole County Completed Example of the Contract for Deed Document

Example of a properly completed Missouri Contract for Deed document for reference.

Document Last Validated 8/5/2025
Cole County Residential Disclosure Form

Cole County Residential Disclosure Form

Required when subject property is sold for residential use.

Document Last Validated 7/9/2025
Cole County Lead Based Paint Disclosure Form

Cole County Lead Based Paint Disclosure Form

Required for residential property built before 1978.

Document Last Validated 7/17/2025
Cole County Protect your family from lead based paint

Cole County Protect your family from lead based paint

Required for residential property built before 1978.

Document Last Validated 7/7/2025
Cole County Annual Accounting Statement Form

Cole County Annual Accounting Statement Form

Issue to buyers for fiscal year reporting.

Document Last Validated 4/14/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Cole County Recorder of Deeds
Address:
Courthouse Annex - 311 East High St, Rm 101 / PO Box 353
Jefferson City, Missouri 65101 /65102

Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm M-F

Phone: (573) 634-9115

Recording Tips for Cole County:
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
  • Request a receipt showing your recording numbers

Cities and Jurisdictions in Cole County

Properties in any of these areas use Cole County forms:

  • Centertown
  • Eugene
  • Henley
  • Jefferson City
  • Lohman
  • Russellville
  • Saint Thomas

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Cole County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Cole County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (573) 634-9115 for current fees.

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Contract for Deed (sometimes referred to as a Land Contract) – Missouri use and applications:

When Buyer Cannot Qualify for Traditional Financing.

Often used by buyers who may not meet bank loan requirements due to credit or income issues.

When Seller Financing is Preferred or Necessary.

When Sellers may offer this arrangement to broaden their buyer pool or avoid dealing with banks.

When Property is Being Sold “As Is”.

Often used in cases involving older or distressed properties where a conventional mortgage would be harder to obtain.

Investment Property Transactions.

Sometimes used in investor deals where holding title back until payment completion is part of the deal structure.

For Sale by Owner (FSBO) Deals.

Common in informal or family transactions without a real estate agent.

Land Sales or Rural Property.

Sometimes used when raw land or agricultural property is sold, especially if the buyer is planning gradual development. Use this form for residential property, rental property, Condominiums, vacant land, small commercial property and planned unit development property. For use in Missouri only.

Things to Consider:
Buyer Risk: Since legal title doesn't transfer until full payment, the buyer can lose the property (and payments made) if they default.

Seller Risk: The seller may have to go through legal action (sometimes similar to eviction or foreclosure) if the buyer defaults.

Recording: Buyer shall be authorized to execute and record this “Contract for Deed” or an “Affidavit of Equitable Agreement” on or after Initial closing.

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

This Contract for Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Cole County.

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