Jefferson County Memorandum of Land Contract Form

Jefferson County Memorandum of Land Contract Form
Fill in the blank Memorandum of Land Contract form formatted to comply with all Nebraska recording and content requirements.

Jefferson County Memorandum of Land Contract Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the Memorandum of Land Contract form.

Jefferson County Completed Example of the Memorandum of Land Contract Document
Example of a properly completed Nebraska Memorandum of Land Contract document for reference.
All 3 documents above included • One-time purchase • No recurring fees
Immediate Download • Secure Checkout
Additional Nebraska and Jefferson County documents included at no extra charge:
Where to Record Your Documents
Jefferson County Register of Deeds
Fairbury, Nebraska 68352
Hours: 9:00am to 5:00pm M-F
Phone: (402) 729-6819
Recording Tips for Jefferson County:
- Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
- Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
- Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
Cities and Jurisdictions in Jefferson County
Properties in any of these areas use Jefferson County forms:
- Daykin
- Diller
- Endicott
- Fairbury
- Jansen
- Plymouth
- Steele City
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Jefferson County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Jefferson 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 Jefferson County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Jefferson 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 Jefferson 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 Jefferson County?
Recording fees in Jefferson County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (402) 729-6819 for current fees.
Questions answered? Let's get started!
In Nebraska, recording a Memorandum of Land Contract instead of the full land contract, contract for deed or purchase and sale agreement of real property
is a strategic decision with several legal and practical advantages. Here’s a breakdown of why many parties choose to record a memorandum rather than the entire contract for deed:
Advantages of Recording a Memorandum Instead of the Full Contract
1. Protects Privacy
A full land contract contains sensitive terms: purchase price, interest rate, payment schedule, remedies for default, etc.
A memorandum contains only basic identifying information (parties, legal description, date of agreement), keeping financial and legal details confidential.
This is especially important in private transactions or family sales.
2. Puts Third Parties on Notice
Recording a memorandum establishes public notice of the buyer’s equitable interest in the property.
Protects the buyer from future claims by:
Subsequent purchasers
Lenders who might try to encumber the property
Helps prevent fraud, like the seller trying to sell to another party.
3. Simplifies Recording Requirements
The memorandum is shorter, easier to format, and less expensive to prepare.
Avoids possible rejection from the Register of Deeds due to minor errors in the full contract.
4. Reduces Legal Exposure
Recording the full contract exposes both parties to unnecessary legal scrutiny (e.g., terms that might not comply with all disclosure laws).
If terms change or are renegotiated, a new contract may require re-recording. A memorandum avoids that.
5. Complies with Statutory Requirements
Under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 76-214, a memorandum of contract may be recorded with a completed Form 521 and the appropriate documentary stamp tax exemption (usually Exemption Code 13).
This makes it a compliant and efficient legal instrument for protecting interests without disclosing full details.
Important: Your property must be located in Jefferson County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Memorandum of Land Contract meets all recording requirements specific to Jefferson County.
Our Promise
The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Jefferson County recording requirements for formatting. If there's an issue caused by our formatting, we'll make it right and refund your payment.
Save Time and Money
Get your Jefferson County Memorandum of Land Contract form done right the first time with Deeds.com Uniform Conveyancing Blanks. At Deeds.com, we understand that your time and money are valuable resources, and we don't want you to face a penalty fee or rejection imposed by a county recorder for submitting nonstandard documents. We constantly review and update our forms to meet rapidly changing state and county recording requirements for roughly 3,500 counties and local jurisdictions.
4.8 out of 5 - ( 4582 Reviews )
Theresa J.
March 27th, 2023
The beginning of the process was very simple. In the middle now waiting for the invoice to move forward.
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
PETER C.
October 7th, 2020
The process was quick and simple to follow. Very efficient way to document Deeds.
Thank you!
Michael B.
November 13th, 2019
It was a breeze to utilize.
Thank you!
Kathy R.
October 8th, 2022
I was very pleased with the quick turn around on a response to my inquiry. Further guidance was direct and I appreciate the professionalism from deeds.com.
Thank you!
Sally P.
June 22nd, 2023
I cannot thank the staff at Deeds.com enough for all of their assistance and their quick and their most pleasant responses. They were extremely quick and efficient to help me to file my documents. Thanks for everything and I will definitely be referring folks to your site.
Our team is deeply committed to providing efficient, reliable assistance and it's always rewarding to know we've made a difference for our customers. Your kind words about our quick and pleasant responses are much appreciated and will certainly serve as an extra boost of motivation for our team.
We also sincerely appreciate your intention to refer others to our site. Your trust and confidence in our service means a lot to us, and we're grateful to have you as part of the Deeds.com community.
Kelly L.
April 15th, 2019
So far so good. Please make the payment method easier after the information has been uploaded and submitted.
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Lynnellen S.
May 9th, 2019
My rating is not a 5. Although it had good instructions, it would NOT print the whole document no matter how many times I inputted the names. I ended up writing it in to complete. I also recommend putting it on one page. I had to pay an additional fees per page and if I had to notarize it, why did I have to find 2 witnesses as well. I deserve a discount for the time I spent repeatedly putting the same data. I was trying to save money since Im on social security only. It didnt. Get it to work correctly
Thank you for your feedback Lynnellen. Sorry to hear of your struggle with our document. We've gone ahead and refunded your payment. Hope you have a wonderful day.
KELLY S.
June 12th, 2021
very happy. I will use you for all my needed documents thanks for being here
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Michael V.
April 30th, 2020
Exactly what I needed and VERY fair price. I paid $19.97 for what a local attorney wanted $200 to do. I filled out the form using the line by line guide and filed it at the court house today. Absolutely no problems.
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Beverly R.
February 2nd, 2022
This was a wonderful experience, easy fast and convenient. Thank you for all your help.
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Thomas H.
March 9th, 2023
I received every form I requested, immediately upon payment. All forms were up to date and easy to edit as needed. I'll come back here for all my future needs of this nature.
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Julie A.
November 23rd, 2021
This process was so easy. I am pleased with efficiency and ease of it all.
Thank you!
sandra f.
December 9th, 2020
excellent transaction...very informative prior to purchase..
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
David W.
July 13th, 2021
Outstanding. I will definitely recommend your company.
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
David D.
September 20th, 2022
Two thumbs up!
Thank you!