Virgin Islands Subordination of Lien refers to the legal process in the United States Virgin Islands where one lien is given a lower priority compared to another lien. This means that the first lien will be paid off only after the higher-priority lien(s) have been satisfied. The subordination of lien is typically done when an individual or business wants to borrow money against a property that already has an existing lien, and the lender requires their new lien to have priority. There are two common types of Virgin Islands Subordination of Lien: 1. Intercreditor Agreement: This type of subordination of lien is an agreement between multiple creditors where they agree to establish a priority order for their respective liens. This agreement is usually entered into when there are multiple lenders involved in a loan transaction. For example, if a property has a first mortgage and a second mortgage, the second mortgage lender may request that the first mortgage lender subordinate their lien to allow the second mortgage lender to take priority in case of a foreclosure or default. 2. Voluntary Subordination: This type of subordination of lien occurs when a property owner voluntarily requests for their existing lien(s) to be subordinated in favor of a new lien against the property. This often happens when the property owner wants to refinance their mortgage and the new lender requires their mortgage to have first priority. The existing lien holder would then voluntarily agree to subordinate their lien to the new lender's lien. The Virgin Islands Subordination of Lien is an essential tool in real estate transactions and lending practices. It allows lenders to have a defined order of priority in case of default or foreclosure, ensuring proper protection of their interests. It is crucial for property owners and lenders to understand the implications and legalities involved in this process, seeking advice from legal professionals to navigate through the requirements adequately.