Burke County Notice of Contract for Deed Form

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Burke County Notice of Contract for Deed Form

Burke County Notice of Contract for Deed Form

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

Document Last Validated 7/29/2026
Burke County Notice of Contract for Deed Guide

Burke County Notice of Contract for Deed Guide

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

Document Last Validated 7/3/2026
Burke County Completed Example of the Notice of Contract for Deed Document

Burke County Completed Example of the Notice of Contract for Deed Document

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

Document Last Validated 7/27/2026

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Burke County Clerk of Court/Recorder

Address:
Courthouse - 103 Main St SW / PO Box 219
Bowbells, North Dakota 58721

Hours: 8:30-12:00 & 1:00-5:00

Phone: (701) 377-2818

Recording Tips for Burke County:
  • Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
  • Request a receipt showing your recording numbers
  • Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
  • Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count

Cities and Jurisdictions in Burke County

Properties in any of these areas use Burke County forms:

  • Bowbells
  • Columbus
  • Flaxton
  • Lignite
  • Portal
  • Powers Lake

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Burke County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Burke County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (701) 377-2818 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

In North Dakota, a Notice of Contract for Deed is typically recorded more frequently than a Memorandum of Contract because:

1. It Provides Specific Statutory Protection
North Dakota law (specifically N.D.C.C. § 32-18-01 through 32-18-08) governs land contracts (contracts for deed), and the Notice of Contract for Deed is explicitly referenced in the statutory process for cancellation and enforcement.

Recording a Notice of Contract for Deed ensures:
Public notice of the buyer’s equitable interest.

The buyer is protected from claims by future buyers or creditors of the seller.

Triggering of statutory procedures if the seller wants to cancel the contract under Chapter 32-18.

2. Easier for Title and Recording Purposes
County recorders in North Dakota are familiar with Notices of Contract for Deed and often prefer them because:
They meet formatting and indexing requirements better.
They are more easily searchable in the public record.
Title companies more readily recognize them when issuing commitments or policies.

3. Often Required for Statutory Cancellation
Per N.D.C.C. § 32-18-03, if a seller wants to cancel a land contract due to buyer default, a Notice of Cancellation must be served. This process is easier if a Notice of Contract for Deed was previously recorded.

Memorandum of Contract vs. Notice of Contract
Notice of Contract for Deed---Memorandum of Contract
Specific to ND statute: Yes-----No
Protects buyer’s rights: Strongly-----Possibly
Recording preference: Preferred---Less common
Triggers cancellation rules: Yes------No

A Notice of Contract for Deed is recorded more frequently than a Memorandum of Contract in North Dakota because it:

Offers clearer statutory protections
Is specifically contemplated in cancellation statutes
Better serves title, enforcement, and recording needs
Is more comprehensive and standardized
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Important: Your property must be located in Burke County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

This Notice of Contract for Deed meets all recording requirements specific to Burke County.

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