A South Dakota subordination agreement, specifically a subordination agreement — lien, is a legal document that outlines the priority of liens on a property in the state of South Dakota. It establishes the order in which different creditors will be paid in the event of a sale or foreclosure on the property. In South Dakota, there are several types of subordination agreements — lien, including: 1. Mortgage Subordination Agreement: This type of agreement is commonly used in real estate transactions when a homeowner applies for a second mortgage or home equity loan. The existing mortgage lender may require the borrower to sign a mortgage subordination agreement to maintain their first lien position. 2. Construction Loan Subordination Agreement: When a property owner obtains a construction loan to finance the construction or renovation of a property, the lender may require the existing mortgage lender to subordinate their lien to the construction loan lien. This agreement ensures that the construction loan lender will have first priority for repayment in case of default. 3. Tax Lien Subordination Agreement: If a property owner has an outstanding tax lien filed against their property, they may need to enter into a tax lien subordination agreement. This agreement allows another creditor, such as a mortgage lender or construction loan lender, to obtain a higher priority lien position than the tax lien holder. 4. Judgment Lien Subordination Agreement: When a court grants a judgment against a property owner, the judgment creditor may obtain a judgment lien on the property. If the property owner wants to secure a new loan against the property, they may need to enter into a judgment lien subordination agreement to allow the new creditor to have priority over the judgment lien. 5. Mechanic's Lien Subordination Agreement: A mechanic's lien is a claim filed by a contractor, subcontractor, or supplier against a property for unpaid work or materials. If the property owner wishes to secure financing for the property or refinance an existing loan, they may need to enter into a mechanic's lien subordination agreement to prioritize the new creditor's lien over the mechanic's lien. In conclusion, South Dakota subordination agreements — lien play a crucial role in determining the priority of creditors in relation to a property. Whether it is a mortgage subordination agreement, construction loan subordination agreement, tax lien subordination agreement, judgment lien subordination agreement, or mechanic's lien subordination agreement, these agreements help establish the order in which creditors will be repaid in case of default or sale of the property.