Dakota County Full Release of Memorandum of Land Contract Form (Nebraska)
All Dakota County specific forms and documents listed below are included in your immediate download package:
Full Release of Memorandum of Land Contract Form
Fill in the blank Full Release of Memorandum of Land Contract form formatted to comply with all Nebraska recording and content requirements.
Included Dakota County compliant document last validated/updated 6/4/2025
Full Release of Memorandum of Land Contract Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the Full Release of Memorandum of Land Contract form.
Included Dakota County compliant document last validated/updated 6/4/2025
Completed Example of the Full Release of Memorandum of Land Contract Document
Example of a properly completed Nebraska Full Release of Memorandum of Land Contract document for reference.
Included Dakota County compliant document last validated/updated 6/4/2025
The following Nebraska and Dakota County supplemental forms are included as a courtesy with your order:
When using these Full Release of Memorandum of Land Contract forms, the subject real estate must be physically located in Dakota County. The executed documents should then be recorded in the following office:
Dakota County Register of Deeds
1601 Broadway St / PO Box 39, Dakota City, Nebraska 68731
Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm.Monday through Friday
Phone: (402) 987-2166
Local jurisdictions located in Dakota County include:
- Dakota City
- Emerson
- Homer
- Hubbard
- Jackson
- South Sioux City
How long does it take to get my forms?
Forms are available immediately after submitting payment.
How do I get my forms, are they emailed?
Immediately after you submit payment, the Dakota County forms you order will be available for download directly from your account. You can then download the forms to your computer. If you do not already have an account, one will be created for you as part of the order process, and your login details will be provided to you. If you encounter any issues accessing your forms, please reach out to our support team for assistance. Forms are NOT emailed to you.
What does "validated/updated" mean?
This indicates the most recent date when at least one of the following occurred:
- Updated: The document was updated or changed to remain compliant.
- Validated: The document was examined by an attorney or staff, or it was successfully recorded in Dakota County using our eRecording service.
Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Dakota County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Dakota County including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.
Can the Full Release of Memorandum of Land Contract forms be re-used?
Yes. You can re-use the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have more than one property in Dakota County that you need to transfer you would only need to order our forms once for all of your properties in Dakota County.
What are supplemental forms?
Often when a deed is recorded, additional documents are required by Nebraska or Dakota County. These could be tax related, informational, or even as simple as a coversheet. Supplemental forms are provided for free with your order where available.
What type of files are the forms?
All of our Dakota County Full Release of Memorandum of Land Contract forms are PDFs. You will need to have or get Adobe Reader to use our forms. Adobe Reader is free software that most computers already have installed.
Do I need any special software to use these forms?
You will need to have Adobe Reader installed on your computer to use our forms. Adobe Reader is free software that most computers already have installed.
Do I have to enter all of my property information online?
No. The blank forms are downloaded to your computer and you fill them out there, at your convenience.
Can I save the completed form, email it to someone?
Yes, you can save your deed form at any point with your information in it. The forms can also be emailed, blank or complete, as attachments.
Are there any recurring fees involved?
No. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.
Releasing a Memorandum of Land Contract in Nebraska is important because the memorandum is a public record that signals an equitable interest in the property. If it’s no longer valid—due to payoff, default, rescission, or other reasons—it needs to be formally released to prevent legal and transactional problems.
Reasons for release:
1. Removes Cloud on Title
A recorded memorandum creates a noticeable lien-like interest in the property.
If not released, it may block:
Sale or refinance by the seller
Title insurance issuance
Transfers to third parties
2. Prevents Future Legal Disputes
Without a release, future parties (buyers, creditors) may believe the land contract is still active.
The buyer or seller could face false claims, lawsuits, or delays in transactions.
3. Clarifies Contract Termination or Fulfillment
Confirms that the land contract has:
Been satisfied (i.e., paid in full and deed delivered)
Cancelled or rescinded
Terminated due to default or abandonment
Makes the termination part of the public record.
4. Protects the Seller
Prevents a buyer from later claiming ongoing interest or breach. Frees up the seller to sell, lease, or finance the property again.
5. Protects the Buyer
If the buyer walked away or defaulted, recording a release formally cuts off future responsibility.
Prevents confusion about taxes, liens, or legal obligations tied to the land contract.
Common reasons to Release a Memorandum of Land Contract
Scenario……………………………..Should You File a Release?
Buyer paid in full and received deed….Yes — contract fulfilled
Parties mutually cancel the contract ….Yes — prevent title issues
Buyer defaults and vacates…..Yes — seller clears title
Contract rescinded or restructured …..Yes — if replaced with new agreement
Contract still active…..No — unless
Who Releases a previously recorded Memorandum of Land Contract.
Releasor: The party (usually the seller) who files a legal document to remove a previously recorded Memorandum of Land Contract from the public record.
Authorized to Release: The party who recorded the memorandum or has authority over the interest being released.
For use in Nebraska only.
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The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Dakota 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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