Washoe County Memorandum of Contract of Sale Form

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Washoe County Memorandum of Contract of Sale Form

Washoe County Memorandum of Contract of Sale Form

Fill in the blank Memorandum of Contract of Sale form formatted to comply with all Nevada recording and content requirements.

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Washoe County Memorandum of Contract of Sale Guide

Washoe County Memorandum of Contract of Sale Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the Memorandum of Contract of Sale form.

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Washoe County Completed Example of the Memorandum of Contract of Sale Document

Washoe County Completed Example of the Memorandum of Contract of Sale Document

Example of a properly completed Nevada Memorandum of Contract of Sale document for reference.

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Washoe County Recorder

Address:
1001 E Ninth St, Bldg A, Suite 140/150
Reno, Nevada 89512

Hours: 8:00 to 5:00 M-F

Phone: (775) 328-3661

Recording Tips for Washoe County:
  • Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
  • Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
  • Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
  • Ask about accepted payment methods when you call ahead

Cities and Jurisdictions in Washoe County

Properties in any of these areas use Washoe County forms:

  • Crystal Bay
  • Empire
  • Gerlach
  • Incline Village
  • Nixon
  • Reno
  • Sparks
  • Sun Valley
  • Verdi
  • Wadsworth
  • Washoe Valley

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Washoe County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Washoe 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 Washoe 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 Washoe County?

Recording fees in Washoe County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (775) 328-3661 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

In Nevada, a Memorandum of Contract of Sale (also called a Memorandum of Agreement or Memorandum of Land Contract) is a valuable legal tool used to publicly document the existence of a real estate contract—without recording the full contract itself. It's especially important in transactions involving installment contracts, delayed closings, or equitable interests. Here's a breakdown of why and when to use it:

WHY Use a Memorandum of Contract in Nevada
1. Protect Buyer’s Equitable Interest
In land contracts or contracts with delayed transfer of title, the buyer gains an equitable interest before legal title is conveyed. A memorandum:
Protects the buyer by giving constructive notice to third parties.
Prevents the seller from fraudulently reselling or encumbering the property.

2. Avoid Recording the Full Contract
The actual contract may contain:
Private financial terms,
Personal agreements,
Or contingencies not intended for public view.
The memorandum is a summary—it protects privacy while putting the world on notice.

3. Prevent Title Problems
If a buyer records a memorandum and the seller tries to sell the property again, a title company will see the memorandum and flag it as a cloud on title.
This discourages improper resale or further encumbrance by the seller.

4. Assist with Financing or Assignments
A recorded memorandum can help the buyer show lenders, investors, or assignees that they have an interest in the property.
Especially useful in assignable land contracts or "subject-to" financing scenarios.

WHEN to Use a Memorandum of Contract in Nevada
Use a Memorandum at the time of contract execution or shortly after, especially in these situations:

Installment Sale / Land Contrat----------Buyer has equitable interest for years before title passes

Delayed Closing----------Contract is signed but closing may take months or years

Buyer is making improvements before closing----------Protects buyer’s interest during occupancy

Buyer intends to assign contract----------Recorded memorandum signals to assignees and lenders there’s a valid interest

Contract allows for possession before title transfer----------Prevents seller from misusing ownership during possession period

Seller has multiple obligations (like probate or divorce)----------Ensures the buyer’s interest is visible despite seller’s legal entanglements

Legal Basis in Nevada:
NRS 111.315: Recording documents provides constructive notice—protecting against future purchasers.

Nevada is a race-notice jurisdiction: priority goes to a subsequent purchaser only if they’re without notice and record first. The memorandum defeats that.

Purpose:
Protecting buyer’s interest---------Title passes later, but buyer pays or occupies now

Privacy---------You want to avoid disclosing full contract terms

Notice to third parties----------You want the public record to reflect buyer’s claim

Assignment / lending----------You need a recordable instrument to show interest

Legal leverage----------You want to cloud title if seller attempts to breach

FOR USE IN NEVADA ONLY.

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

This Memorandum of Contract of Sale meets all recording requirements specific to Washoe County.

Our Promise

The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Washoe 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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