Bergen County Memorandum of Contract Form

Bergen County Memorandum of Contract Form
Fill in the blank Memorandum of Contract form formatted to comply with all New Jersey recording and content requirements.

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

Bergen County Completed Example of the Memorandum of Contract Document
Example of a properly completed New Jersey Memorandum of Contract document for reference.
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Where to Record Your Documents
County Clerk
Hackensack, New Jersey 07601
Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am - 4:00pm
Phone: (201) 336-7000
Recording Tips for Bergen County:
- Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
- Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
- Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
Cities and Jurisdictions in Bergen County
Properties in any of these areas use Bergen County forms:
- Allendale
- Alpine
- Bergenfield
- Bogota
- Carlstadt
- Cliffside Park
- Closter
- Cresskill
- Demarest
- Dumont
- East Rutherford
- Edgewater
- Elmwood Park
- Emerson
- Englewood
- Englewood Cliffs
- Fair Lawn
- Fairview
- Fort Lee
- Franklin Lakes
- Garfield
- Glen Rock
- Hackensack
- Harrington Park
- Hasbrouck Heights
- Haworth
- Hillsdale
- Ho Ho Kus
- Leonia
- Little Ferry
- Lodi
- Lyndhurst
- Mahwah
- Maywood
- Midland Park
- Montvale
- Moonachie
- New Milford
- North Arlington
- Northvale
- Norwood
- Oakland
- Oradell
- Palisades Park
- Paramus
- Park Ridge
- Ramsey
- Ridgefield
- Ridgefield Park
- Ridgewood
- River Edge
- Rochelle Park
- Rutherford
- Saddle Brook
- Saddle River
- South Hackensack
- Teaneck
- Tenafly
- Teterboro
- Township Of Washington
- Waldwick
- Wallington
- Westwood
- Wood Ridge
- Woodcliff Lake
- Wyckoff
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Bergen County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Bergen 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 Bergen County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Bergen 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 Bergen 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 Bergen County?
Recording fees in Bergen County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (201) 336-7000 for current fees.
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The primary purpose of the memorandum is to give public notice of the existence of the sales contract/agreement and to establish the buyer's interest in the property.
Key Provisions:
Recording of Instruments (N.J.S.A. 46:16-1): This statute outlines the requirements for recording instruments affecting real property, which includes a Memorandum of Contract. It mandates that any deed or other instrument intended to create, transfer, or encumber an interest in real property must be recorded in the county where the property is located.
Effect of Recording (N.J.S.A. 46:21-1 et seq.): This section details the legal effect of recording documents. Recording a memorandum provides constructive notice to third parties of the existence of the underlying contract and the interests of the parties involved.
Acknowledgment and Proof (N.J.S.A. 46:14-1 et seq.): These statutes govern the acknowledgment and proof required for documents to be recorded. A Memorandum of Contract typically must be acknowledged before a notary public or other authorized officer to be eligible for recording.
Form and Content (N.J.S.A. 46:16-1.1): Specifies that documents presented for recording must be in a form that is acceptable to the county recording office, including the need for notarization and any additional information required by the local jurisdiction.
Example Statutory Language: N.J.S.A. 46:16-1: "Any deed or other instrument which is intended to create, transfer, or encumber an interest in real property in this State may be recorded in the office of the county recording officer of the county in which the real property is situated."
Practical Implications: A Memorandum of Contract should be prepared in accordance with these statutes, ensuring it is properly acknowledged and contains all necessary information to be accepted for recording.
Important: Your property must be located in Bergen County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Memorandum of Contract meets all recording requirements specific to Bergen County.
Our Promise
The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Bergen 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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