Fargo, ND · Cass County
Subordination Agreement
This agreement documents the City of Fargo’s consent to place its existing mortgage lien behind a lender’s proposed mortgage, and is signed by an authorized City representative and the lender.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The agreement identifies the City of Fargo mortgage and land-use covenants affecting described property, along with a lender’s proposed loan. It sets out the parties’ agreement that the City-held lien will be subordinate to the lender’s mortgage, in consideration of the lender making the loan. The form includes a notarial acknowledgment for the City representative who signs on the City’s behalf.
Who needs it
The City of Fargo and a lender use this agreement when the lender’s proposed mortgage is to take priority over the City-held mortgage lien on the described property.
Why it needs a notary
The form includes a North Dakota, Cass County acknowledgment block; the person signing on behalf of the City of Fargo must appear before the notary and acknowledge the signature.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download The Form
Get the City of Fargo Subordination Agreement.
- 2
Fill In The Agreement
Complete the party, mortgage, loan, property description, and date details.
- 3
Book An Online Notary
Arrange an online notarization for the City representative who will sign.
- 4
Sign On Video
The City representative appears before the notary and acknowledges the signature.
- 5
Submit The Agreement
Return the completed agreement to the appropriate parties and follow their instructions for submission or recording.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Fargo. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I complete the Subordination Agreement?
- Fill in the agreement’s party, mortgage, loan, property, and date details. The City representative signs and acknowledges the signature before a notary, then the completed document can be submitted as needed.
- Do I need a notary for this form?
- Yes. The form includes an acknowledgment block for the person signing on behalf of the City of Fargo to appear before a notary and acknowledge execution of the agreement.
- Can I sign this agreement with an online notary?
- North Dakota authorizes remote notarization by its notaries under N.D.C.C. §44-06.1-13.1, and N.D.C.C. §44-06.1-10 recognizes notarial acts performed by an authorized officer of another state. Use a commissioned online notary and confirm with the city if unsure.
- Where is the agreement recorded?
- The form refers to the County Recorder of Cass County. Documents headed to a county Recorder may be e-recorded where supported, usually through a title company; confirm the submission process with the relevant parties.