2014 North Carolina General Statutes
Chapter 47 - Probate and Registration.
Article 8 - Memoranda of Leases and Options.
§ 47-119 - Form of memorandum for option to purchase real estate.

47-119. Form of memorandum for option to purchase real estate.

An option to purchase real estate may be registered by registering a memorandum thereof which shall set forth:

(1) The names of the parties thereto;

(2) A description of the property which is subject to the option;

(3) The expiration date of the option;

(4) Reference sufficient to identify the complete agreement between the parties.

Such a memorandum may be in substantially the following form:

NORTH CAROLINA

__________________ COUNTY

In consideration of , the receipt_________________________________________________

(Set out consideration)

of which is hereby acknowledged, __________________________________________________

(Name and address of person selling option)

does hereby give and grant to _____________________________________________________

(Name and address of person buying option)

the right and option to purchase the following property:

(Here describe property)

This option shall expire on the ________ day of ________________, ______.

The provisions set forth in a written option agreement between the parties dated the ________ day of _______________, _______, are hereby incorporated in this memorandum.

Witness our hand(s) and seal(s) this _______ day of ______________, ______

_____________________________________ (Seal)

_____________________________________ (Seal)

(1961, c. 1174; 1999-456, s. 59.)