Mercer County Contract for Deed Form
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Mercer County Contract for Deed Form
Fill in the blank Contract for Deed form formatted to comply with all North Dakota recording and content requirements.
Mercer County Contract for Deed Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the Contract for Deed form.
Mercer County Completed Example of the Contract for Deed Document
Example of a properly completed North Dakota Contract for Deed document for reference.
Mercer County Sellers Residential Property Disclosure Form
residential real estate with up to four dwelling units, See Statute N.D.C.C. § 47-10-02.1
Mercer County Lead Based Paint Disclosure Form
Applicable to residential property built before 1978
Mercer County Lead Based Paint Brochure
Issue to buyers if applicable.
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Where to Record Your Documents
Mercer County Recorder
Stanton, North Dakota 58571-0039
Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. MT
Phone: (701) 745-3272
Recording Tips for Mercer County:
- Documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper
- Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
- Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
- Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
Cities and Jurisdictions in Mercer County
Properties in any of these areas use Mercer County forms:
- Beulah
- Golden Valley
- Hazen
- Stanton
- Zap
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Mercer County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Mercer 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 Mercer County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Mercer 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 Mercer 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 Mercer County?
Recording fees in Mercer County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (701) 745-3272 for current fees.
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Common uses:
1. Buyer Cannot Obtain Traditional Financing
The buyer may not qualify for a mortgage due to:
Poor credit
Limited employment history
Lack of down payment
A Contract for Deed allows the buyer to make monthly payments directly to the seller, like a private loan.
2. Seller Wants to Keep Control Until Paid in Full
Seller retains legal title as security.
If the buyer defaults, the seller can cancel the contract through statutory forfeiture under N.D.C.C. Chapter 32‑18.
3. Family or Private Sales
Often used in:
Intra-family transactions (e.g., selling to children)
"Rent-to-own" type arrangements
Private seller-financed sales of rural or agricultural property
4. Agricultural or Rural Property Sales
Used to allow gradual ownership over larger tracts of land.
Reduces need for third-party financing and fees.
5. Investor or Rehab Property Sales
Sellers may use a contract for deed to sell fixer-uppers or homes needing repair to investors or owner-occupants who intend to renovate during the term of the contract.
For use in North Dakota only
Important: Your property must be located in Mercer County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Contract for Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Mercer County.
Our Promise
The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Mercer 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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