Ransom County Contract for Deed Form

Last validated June 4, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Ransom County Contract for Deed Form

Ransom County Contract for Deed Form

Fill in the blank Contract for Deed form formatted to comply with all North Dakota recording and content requirements.

Document Last Validated 1/8/2026
Ransom County Contract for Deed Guide

Ransom County Contract for Deed Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the Contract for Deed form.

Document Last Validated 5/15/2026
Ransom County Completed Example of the Contract for Deed Document

Ransom County Completed Example of the Contract for Deed Document

Example of a properly completed North Dakota Contract for Deed document for reference.

Document Last Validated 5/25/2026
Ransom County Sellers Residential Property Disclosure Form

Ransom 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

Document Last Validated 6/4/2026
Ransom County Lead Based Paint Disclosure Form

Ransom County Lead Based Paint Disclosure Form

Applicable to residential property built before 1978

Document Last Validated 5/28/2026
Ransom County Lead Based Paint Brochure

Ransom County Lead Based Paint Brochure

Issue to buyers if applicable.

Document Last Validated 5/22/2026

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Ransom County Recorder

Address:
Courthouse - 204 5th Ave West / PO Box 666
Lisbon, North Dakota 58054

Hours: 8:30 to 12:00 & 1:00 to 5:00 M-F

Phone: (701) 683-6115

Recording Tips for Ransom County:
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
  • Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
  • Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
  • If mailing documents, use certified mail with return receipt

Cities and Jurisdictions in Ransom County

Properties in any of these areas use Ransom County forms:

  • Enderlin
  • Fort Ransom
  • Lisbon
  • Sheldon

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Ransom County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Ransom County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (701) 683-6115 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

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 Ransom County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

This Contract for Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Ransom County.

Our Promise

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