Merrick County Land Contract Form (Nebraska)
All Merrick County specific forms and documents listed below are included in your immediate download package:
Land Contract Form
Fill in the blank Land Contract form formatted to comply with all Nebraska recording and content requirements.
Included Merrick County compliant document last validated/updated 5/28/2025
Land Contract Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the Land Contract form.
Included Merrick County compliant document last validated/updated 6/9/2025
Completed Example of the Land Contract Document
Example of a properly completed Nebraska Land Contract document for reference.
Included Merrick County compliant document last validated/updated 6/23/2025
Residential Sellers Property Disclosure Statement
Seller's disclosure form applicable for residential property.
Included Merrick County compliant document last validated/updated 5/28/2025
Lead Based Paint Disclosure Form
Applicable to property built before 1978.
Included Merrick County compliant document last validated/updated 5/28/2025
Lead Based Paint Brochure
Brochure for buyers if applicable.
Included Merrick County compliant document last validated/updated 5/28/2025
The following Nebraska and Merrick County supplemental forms are included as a courtesy with your order:
When using these Land Contract forms, the subject real estate must be physically located in Merrick County. The executed documents should then be recorded in the following office:
Merrick County Register of Deeds
1510 18th St / PO Box 27, Central City, Nebraska 68826
Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm M-F
Phone: (308) 946-2881
Local jurisdictions located in Merrick County include:
- Archer
- Central City
- Chapman
- Clarks
- Palmer
- Silver Creek
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 Merrick 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 Merrick County using our eRecording service.
Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Merrick County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Merrick County including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.
Can the 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 Merrick County that you need to transfer you would only need to order our forms once for all of your properties in Merrick County.
What are supplemental forms?
Often when a deed is recorded, additional documents are required by Nebraska or Merrick 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 Merrick County 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.
Common Uses for a Nebraska Land Installment Contract
1. Alternative to Traditional Financing
For buyers who can’t qualify for a bank loan due to poor credit, limited credit history, or self-employment.
For sellers who want to expand their buyer pool by offering owner-financing.
2. Purchasing Rural or Agricultural Land
Used for sales of farmland, ranch land, or vacant rural lots where traditional lending may be harder to secure.
Useful in family transfers of agricultural property where a younger generation buys the land over time.
3. Investment or Seller Financing Strategy
Sellers use land contracts to earn interest on installment payments and retain legal control of the property until paid in full.
May allow for a higher sale price or more favorable terms compared to cash sales.
4. Real Estate Flipping
A useful tool for real estate investors who buy, improve, and resell properties to buyers with limited access to financing.
5. Estate Planning or Intra-Family Transfers
Parents selling property to children using installment terms.
Allows for gradual transfer of ownership without requiring full payment upfront.
6. Land Development Deals
Used by developers selling individual lots in a subdivision on contract while retaining control until each buyer completes payment.
Legal and Practical Considerations in Nebraska
Title remains with the seller until the final payment is made.
Buyer holds equitable title, gaining certain property rights and obligations (like maintenance, taxes, insurance).
Use this land contract form for residential, condominiums and vacant land properties. Includes Installment payments schedule with or without a balloon payment.
Our Promise
The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Merrick 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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