Wheeler County Memorandum of Land Sale Contract Form
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Wheeler County Memorandum of Land Sale Contract Form
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Where to Record Your Documents
Wheeler County Clerk
Fossil, Oregon 97830
Hours: M-F 8am - 12pm & 1pm - 4pm
Phone: (503) 763-2400, 763-2374, 763-2373
Recording Tips for Wheeler County:
- Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
- Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
- Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
Cities and Jurisdictions in Wheeler County
Properties in any of these areas use Wheeler County forms:
- Fossil
- Mitchell
- Spray
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How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Wheeler 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 Wheeler County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Wheeler 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 Wheeler 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 Wheeler County?
Recording fees in Wheeler County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (503) 763-2400, 763-2374, 763-2373 for current fees.
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What a Memorandum of Land Sale Contract Is
A land sale contract (a.k.a. contract for deed) is where the seller finances the buyer directly, but keeps legal title until the buyer completes payments.
Instead of recording the full contract (which can be long and contain private terms), parties often record a memorandum.
The memorandum serves as public notice that a buyer has an equitable interest in the property, without disclosing all contract details.
Oregon Law – Requirements & Uses
Statutory Basis
ORS 93.640 requires that conveyances of interests in real property be recorded to give notice to third parties.
ORS 93.030 defines “conveyance” to include contracts for the sale of land.
Thus, recording a memorandum provides constructive notice of the buyer’s rights without putting the entire contract in public records.
Uses
To protect the buyer’s equitable interest against third parties (creditors, later purchasers, lenders).
To avoid disclosure of the financial terms of the contract while still securing priority.
To satisfy title insurers and lenders, who typically require evidence that the buyer’s interest is of record.
Content Requirements (Typical)
Names of seller (vendor) and buyer (vendee).
Legal description of the property.
Date of the underlying land sale contract.
Statement that the parties have entered into a contract for sale of the property.
Recording information for reference.
Signatures of both parties notarized (ORS 93.410 requires acknowledgment for recordation).
True Consideration Requirement: ORS 93.030 and ORS 93.140 require that a conveyance instrument state the true and actual consideration paid for the property.
For a memorandum of land sale contract, this is usually expressed as:
The purchase price (sometimes stated in full), or
At minimum, a recital such as “for valuable consideration,” although many counties (including Multnomah & Washington) may require a declaration of actual purchase price for tax and fee purposes.
Washington County and Multnomah County transfer tax forms also require disclosure of the purchase price or exemption code when recording.
Key Practical Points
A memorandum does not convey fee ownership, so it may be exempt from transfer tax if recorded solely to give notice (see Washington County Code § 3.04.040).
Recording is strongly recommended to protect the buyer’s equitable interest.
Failure to state true consideration could lead to issues with recording or even tax penalties.
The full land sale contract may still need to be produced in litigation or foreclosure, but it does not have to be public record at the outset.
Important: Your property must be located in Wheeler County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Memorandum of Land Sale Contract meets all recording requirements specific to Wheeler County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Wheeler 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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June 28th, 2026
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January 8th, 2025
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