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Lexington County Memorandum of Contract Form

Lexington County Memorandum of Contract Form

Lexington County Memorandum of Contract Form

Fill in the blank Memorandum of Contract form formatted to comply with all South Carolina recording and content requirements.

Document Last Validated 7/24/2025
Lexington County Memorandum of Contract Guide

Lexington County Memorandum of Contract Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the Memorandum of Contract form.

Document Last Validated 7/9/2025
Lexington County Completed Example of the Memorandum of Contract Document

Lexington County Completed Example of the Memorandum of Contract Document

Example of a properly completed South Carolina Memorandum of Contract document for reference.

Document Last Validated 8/25/2025

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Lexington County Register of Deeds
Address:
212 S Lake Dr, Suite 301
Lexington, South Carolina 29072

Hours: Recording 8:00am - 5:00pm/ Recording until 4:45pm

Phone: (803) 785-8168

Recording Tips for Lexington County:
  • Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired
  • Request a receipt showing your recording numbers
  • Recorded documents become public record - avoid including SSNs
  • Some documents require witnesses in addition to notarization
  • Mornings typically have shorter wait times than afternoons

Cities and Jurisdictions in Lexington County

Properties in any of these areas use Lexington County forms:

  • Batesburg
  • Cayce
  • Chapin
  • Columbia
  • Gaston
  • Gilbert
  • Leesville
  • Lexington
  • Pelion
  • Swansea
  • West Columbia

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Lexington County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed all formatting requirements set forth by Lexington County including margin requirements, content requirements, font and font size requirements.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Lexington 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 Lexington County?

Recording fees in Lexington County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (803) 785-8168 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

A Memorandum of Contract acts as a public notice of a land contract, contract for deed, or other buy-sell purchase agreement affecting real estate, without revealing all the contract terms. This document ensures that the essential details of the agreement are on record while maintaining confidentiality of the complete terms. A recorded Memorandum of Contract, can secure the parties interests in the subject property and provide notice to potential buyers or creditors, safeguarding against any future disputes regarding the property's title.

In South Carolina, the recording of such documents is governed by the South Carolina Code of Laws, Title 30 - Public Records, Chapter 5
Recording Generally. Although the statutes do not specifically mention a "Memorandum of Contract," they outline the requirements for recording any documents that impact the title to real property. These guidelines help protect the interests of all parties involved by ensuring transparency and proper documentation in real estate transactions.

Relevant Statutes
Title 30 - Public Records
Chapter 5 - Recording Generally
Section 30-5-30. Requirements for recording of instruments.
This section outlines the general requirements for recording any instrument affecting real estate.
Text: No deed, contract, or other instrument in writing required by law to be recorded shall be recorded unless it has been executed in the presence of, and subscribed by, two or more credible witnesses, or acknowledged by the grantor, or proved in accordance with the provisions of law.

Section 30-5-35. Indexing of real property instruments.
This section discusses the indexing of recorded instruments, which is essential for public notice.

Text: All instruments conveying an interest in real property or any interest therein shall be indexed in the grantor and grantee indexes in the office of the register of deeds or clerk of court in the county where the real property is located.

Section 30-5-40. Recording of documents affecting title to real property.
This section specifies the types of documents that can be recorded.
Text: Any deed, contract, or other instrument in writing which conveys, encumbers, assigns, or affects title to real estate or any interest therein, and which is required by law to be recorded, shall be recorded in the office of the register of deeds or clerk of court in the county where the real estate is situated.

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

This Memorandum of Contract meets all recording requirements specific to Lexington County.

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The documents you receive here will meet, or exceed, the Lexington County recording requirements for formatting. If there's an issue caused by our formatting, we'll make it right and refund your payment.

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Michael R.

August 25th, 2025

A suggestion: Include instructions on how to add your spouse to the deed, rather than transferring completely to a third party

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April 27th, 2020

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