The subordination of vendor's lien retained by the granter in a warranty deed is a legal agreement specific to the state of Arizona. This provision enables the granter (seller) to retain a vendor's lien on the property even after transferring ownership to the grantee (buyer). The purpose of this subordination is usually to secure the payment of any outstanding debts or obligations between the granter and the grantee. The Arizona subordination of vendor's lien can take various forms, some of which include: 1. Absolute Subordination: This type of subordination grants the buyer superior rights over the seller's vendor's lien. It allows the buyer to secure financing or obtain additional loans against the property without the seller's lien hindering the transaction. The seller's vendor's lien takes a lower priority to any subsequent liens or encumbrances created by the buyer. 2. Partial Subordination: In this case, the seller's vendor's lien is subordinated only to specific liens or encumbrances that the buyer intends to create. This type of subordination allows the buyer to secure a loan for a specific purpose while preserving the priority of the seller's lien for any unpaid balances. 3. Time-Limited Subordination: This type of subordination provides a predetermined timeframe during which the seller's vendor's lien is subordinated to certain liens or encumbrances created by the buyer. After the specified time period, the seller's lien regains its priority. The Arizona subordination of vendor's lien retained by the granter in a warranty deed is an essential tool used to address and protect the interests of both buyers and sellers in real estate transactions. It offers flexibility for the buyer to secure financing or obtain loans against the property while ensuring the seller's financial interests are protected.