Newport County Memorandum of Purchase and Sales Agreement Form

Last validated October 26, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Formatted for recording in Newport County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Adamsville, Jamestown, Little Compton, Middletown, Newport, Portsmouth, Tiverton.

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Newport County Memorandum of Purchase and Sales Agreement Form

Newport County Memorandum of Purchase and Sales Agreement Form

Fill in the blank Memorandum of Purchase and Sales Agreement form formatted to comply with all Rhode Island recording and content requirements.

Document last validated 8/27/2026
Newport County Memorandum of Purchase and Sales Agreement Guide

Newport County Memorandum of Purchase and Sales Agreement Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the Memorandum of Purchase and Sales Agreement form.

Document last validated 10/26/2026
Newport County Completed Example of the Memorandum of Purchase and Sales Agreement Document

Newport County Completed Example of the Memorandum of Purchase and Sales Agreement Document

Example of a properly completed Rhode Island Memorandum of Purchase and Sales Agreement document for reference.

Document last validated 10/26/2026

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Jamestown Town Clerk

Address:
93 Narragansett Ave
Jamestown, Rhode Island 02835

Hours: 8:00am and 4:30pm M-F

Phone: (401) 423-9801

Little Compton Town Clerk

Address:
40 Commons / PO Box 226
Little Compton, Rhode Island 02837

Hours: 8:00am and 4:00pm M-F

Phone: (401) 635-4400

Middletown Town Clerk

Address:
Town Hall, 1st Floor - 350 E Main Rd
Middletown, Rhode Island 02842

Hours: 8:00am and 4:00pm M-F

Phone: (401) 847-0009

Newport City Clerk

Address:
43 Broadway
Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-F

Phone: (401) 845-5334

Portsmouth Town Clerk

Address:
2200 E Main Rd
Portsmouth, Rhode Island 02871

Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 M-W; 8:30 to 6:30 Thu; 8:30 to 2:30 Fri

Phone: (401) 683-2101

Tiverton Town Clerk

Address:
343 Highland Rd
Tiverton, Rhode Island 02878

Hours: 8:30 to 4:00 M-F

Phone: (401) 625-6703

Recording Tips for Newport County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count
  • Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
  • Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these

Cities and Jurisdictions in Newport County

Properties in any of these areas use Newport County forms:

  • Adamsville
  • Jamestown
  • Little Compton
  • Middletown
  • Newport
  • Portsmouth
  • Tiverton

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Newport County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Newport 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 Newport 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. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. 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 Newport County?

Recording fees in Newport County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (401) 423-9801 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

A Rhode Island Memorandum of Purchase and Sale Agreement is a document that once recorded in the land records provides public notice of an existing purchase and sale agreement for real property without disclosing sensitive details like price or contingencies.
Purpose:
• Protects Buyer’s Interest: Notifies third parties (e.g., lenders, potential buyers) of the buyer’s contractual rights, preventing the seller from selling or encumbering the property.
• Privacy: Keeps the full purchase and sale agreement’s terms confidential.
• Facilitates Financing: Provides proof of a contract for lenders or title companies.

Common Scenarios:
• Delayed Closings: Used when closing is postponed (e.g., awaiting zoning, environmental approvals, or permits), common in commercial or development deals.
• Seller-Financed Sales/Purchase and Sales Agreements: Secures the buyer’s interest during installment payments before deed transfer.
• Option Agreements: Notifies others of a buyer’s option or right of first refusal.
• Investment Transactions: Protects the buyer’s stake before full payment or improvements.

Key Features
• Legal Authority: Recordable under R.I. Gen. Laws §34-13-1 and §34-13-2 as an instrument affecting title.
• Requirements: Must be written, signed, notarized, and include a property description. Recorded at the city/town clerk’s office.
• Limitations: Does not transfer title, create a lien, or trigger conveyance tax/residency affidavits.
• For use in Rhode Island only.

Important: Your property must be located in Newport County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.

This Memorandum of Purchase and Sales Agreement meets all recording requirements specific to Newport County.

Our Promise

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