Barbour County Release of Memorandum of Contract Form
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Barbour County Release of Memorandum of Contract Form
Fill in the blank Release of Memorandum of Contract form formatted to comply with all West Virginia recording and content requirements.

Barbour County Release of Memorandum of Contract Guide
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Barbour County Completed Example of the Release of Memorandum of Contract Document
Example of a properly completed West Virginia Release of Memorandum of Contract document for reference.
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Where to Record Your Documents
Barbour County Clerk
Philippi, West Virginia 26416-1140
Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Phone: (304) 457-2232
Recording Tips for Barbour County:
- Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired
- Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
- Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
Cities and Jurisdictions in Barbour County
Properties in any of these areas use Barbour County forms:
- Belington
- Galloway
- Junior
- Moatsville
- Philippi
- Volga
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Barbour County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Barbour 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 Barbour County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Barbour 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 Barbour 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 Barbour County?
Recording fees in Barbour County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (304) 457-2232 for current fees.
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When a Memorandum of Land Contract should Be Released in WV
1. The Land Contract Has Fully Closed
-Deed has been delivered and recorded
-Purchase price paid in full
-Contract merged into the deed
a. Release immediately after deed recording
2. The Land Contract Is Terminated or Canceled
Examples:
-Mutual written termination
-Buyer default and contract termination
-Seller forfeiture (if allowed by contract)
a. Release as soon as termination is effective Leaving it of record after termination improperly clouds title.
3. The Contract Has Expired by Its Own Terms
-Option period ended
-Time-limited contract expired without closing
a. Release once expiration occurs
4. A Replacement Instrument Has Been -Recorded
-Deed in lieu
-Assignment or novation that supersedes the original contract
a. Release original memorandum
5. Upon Written Demand by Seller or Title Company
-WV recognizes that unreleased memoranda can create a false cloud on title
-Title insurers routinely require a release before closing any later transaction
a. Release promptly to avoid title objections
When a Memorandum SHOULD NOT Be Released
-While the contract is still active
-Before buyer’s equitable interest ends
-Without authority (unless unilateral release rights exist)
Who Can Execute the Release in WV?
a. Best Practice
Both parties (Buyer & Seller)
b. Commonly Accepted
Buyer alone (the party who benefited from the memorandum)
c. Also Accepted (if contract allows) Seller alone, if:
Contract authorizes unilateral release upon default/termination
-Affidavit of termination or forfeiture is recorded
-WV clerks typically accept any of the above if the release is properly executed and notarized.
-Practical Title-Company Rule (What Actually Matters)
-If the memorandum no longer reflects a current property interest, it should not remain of record.
Failing to release:
-Clouds title
-Delays refinancing or resale
-triggers title underwriting exceptions
(WV-Specific): Release promptly upon payoff, termination, or expiration
Instrument number alone is sufficient
No statute mandates timing, but delay creates title risk
title companies expect release before any new conveyance
Important: Your property must be located in Barbour County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Release of Memorandum of Contract meets all recording requirements specific to Barbour County.
Our Promise
The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Barbour 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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