The Colorado Short Sale Addendum is a legal document that becomes part of a real estate contract when a seller is facing financial difficulties and owes more on their property than its current market value. This addendum outlines the conditions under which a short sale can occur, allowing sellers to negotiate with their lenders to accept less than the full amount owed on their mortgages. Understanding this form is crucial for both buyers and sellers, as it impacts the sale process and potential liabilities involved.
The Colorado Short Sale Addendum form is an essential document for real estate transactions where the sale price of a property is insufficient to cover the debts secured by existing liens. This form is incorporated into a standard contract to buy and sell real estate, ensuring that both the seller and buyer are aware of the implications of a short sale. It outlines the responsibilities of each party and the necessary steps to obtain approval from lien holders, who must agree to release their claims on the property for the transaction to proceed. The addendum emphasizes the importance of communication between all parties involved, including the need for the seller to seek legal and financial advice to understand the potential consequences of a short sale. It also highlights that while a lien holder may agree to a short sale, this does not automatically absolve the seller from liability for the remaining debt. Additionally, the form sets clear deadlines for submissions and approvals, which are crucial for keeping the transaction on track. Understanding the terms and conditions laid out in this addendum can significantly affect the outcome of the sale and the financial well-being of the seller.
1The printed portions of this form, except differentiated additions, have been approved by the
2Colorado Real Estate Commission. (SSA38-1-08) (Mandatory 3-08)
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5THIS FORM HAS IMPORTANT LEGAL CONSEQUENCES AND THE PARTIES
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131. ADDENDUM TO CONTRACT.
14This Short Sale Addendum (Addendum) is made a part of the following contract that is
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17□ Listing Contract (Listing Contract) for the Property dated
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27This Addendum shall control in the event of any conflict with the Contract. Except as
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302. PURPOSE AND DEFINITIONS.
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322.1 Purpose of Addendum. Seller has debts secured by one or more liens on the
33Property. The Purchase Price may not be enough to cover payment for all the liens and
34costs of sale. If so, for the Closing to occur, the affected Lien Holders (§2.2 below) must
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372.2. Lien; Lien Holder. A Lien is a recorded claim or lien against the Property,
38such as a mortgage, deed of trust, mechanics lien or tax lien (Lien). A title insurance
39commitment may be used to show the Liens against the Property. A Lien Holder (Lien
40Holder) is a creditor who has a Lien and who agrees to (a) release its Lien against the
41Property and either (b) accept an amount less than the full amount Lien Holder claims is
42owed or (c) treat the debt secured by the Lien differently than as originally provided for in
43the evidence of debt (such as promissory note) (Lien Holder). (§3.3 below.)
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452.3. Short Sale. A Short Sale is a transaction in which any Lien Holder releases
46its lien against the Property and accepts an amount less than the full amount Lien Holder
47claims is owed or treats the debt secured by the Lien differently than as originally provided
48for in the evidence of debt (such as promissory note) (Short Sale). (See § 3.3 below.) Before
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50are to be paid in the full amount claimed) must consent to the terms of the sale. Sometimes,
51the Liens are released but the Lien Holder does not agree to release Seller from liability or
52reduce the unpaid portion of the debt, and the Seller and any guarantors will remain liable
53after Closing for that unpaid portion, despite the release of the Lien against the Property at
54Closing (§ 3.3 below).
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563. MANDATORY DISCLOSURES TO SELLER AND BUYER.
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3.1 SELLER IS ADVISED TO CONTACT THE COLORADO
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3.2. Seller acknowledges there are alternatives to a Short Sale that may be better
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for Seller. Seller acknowledges that a Short Sale transaction may result in continued
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liability of Seller or other persons liable for the debt that could be extinguished through
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foreclosure, bankruptcy or other loss mitigation options, including but not limited to a
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negotiated loan modification with Lien Holder. Seller acknowledges that it is the
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responsibility of Seller to investigate these alternative methods of resolution with Seller's
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legal, accounting or financial advisors and with Lien Holder and it is not the
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responsibility of any real estate broker to undertake any investigation of other options
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743.3. Short Sales may have serious adverse legal, tax and economic
75consequences for sellers and any guarantors. Seller is advised to seek legal
76and tax counsel to advise Seller of the legal effect and meaning of any Short
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793.4. Lien Holder is not required to agree to a Short Sale. Even if a Lien
80Holder agrees to a Short Sale, a Lien Holder is not required to forgive repayment of the
81debt secured by the Lien, or release Seller and any guarantors from liability unless Lien
82Holder’s claim is paid in full. Seller acknowledges that Lien Holder may or may not agree
83to release Seller or any guarantors from liability to Lien Holder. If not released, Seller
84and any guarantors will remain liable to Lien Holder for any amount that
85remains unpaid after the Short Sale. Any release of liability by Lien Holder, to be
86binding, must be in writing, executed by Lien Holder and provide that Seller and any
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893.5. Lien Holder, if it agrees to a Short Sale, may condition its agreement on
90Seller doing any or all of the following to obtain a Short Sale Acceptance: (a) make a cash
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92portion of the debt, (d) agree to other requirements made by Lien Holder.
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943.6. If the Lien Holder accepts less than full payment, Seller understands that
95Seller may incur federal and state tax liability due to a Short Sale and understands that
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97with respect to this transaction. Seller is strongly advised to seek tax advice of the
98potential adverse tax consequences of a Short Sale to Seller.
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1003.7. Seller acknowledges that a Short Sale Acceptance by the Lien Holder will not
101necessarily repair or rehabilitate Seller’s credit rating and Lien Holder has no obligation
102other than to fairly report this transaction to any credit rating agency.
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1043.8. The Contract may be terminated by Seller, if Lien Holder does not approve
105this Contract, or if the terms and conditions from Lien Holder, to obtain a release of the
106Lien, are not acceptable to Seller, in Seller's sole discretion, on or before the Short Sale
107Acceptance Deadline (§ 8.1 below).
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1093.9. The Contract, although accepted by Buyer, may be terminated by Buyer as
110otherwise provided herein, or if Lien Holder does not approve this Contract or if the
111terms and conditions of any Agreement to Amend/Extend the Contract are not acceptable
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1143.10. Release of the lien against the Property does not by itself release Seller and
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1173.11. Buyer acknowledges that the Short Sale Conditions (§ 4 below)
118may lead to termination of the Contract. The Short Sale process may result
119in delays in the Closing. Buyer is advised to consult with legal counsel about
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123Acceptance by Lien Holder is made on the condition that none of the terms of the sale
124shall differ in any material respect from the terms submitted to the Lien Holder on which
125the Short Sale Acceptance was based. For purposes of the Contract, any change in the
126date of Closing, Purchase Price, real estate brokerage commissions, concessions or net
127proceeds to be paid to, or other remuneration to be received by Seller in connection with
128the proposed Short Sale shall be deemed a material change. Any material change will
129require that the Short Sale Proposal be re-submitted to the Lien Holder for approval,
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1323.13. This Addendum should be signed at time of contracting by both Buyer and
133Seller, as most Lien Holders will not consider a Short Sale until a signed contract is
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1374. SHORT SALE CONDITIONS. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in this
138Addendum, the Contract between Seller and Buyer, for the benefit of both Seller and
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1414.1. A written statement signed by each Lien Holder of a payoff amount less than
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1444.2. A written statement signed by each Lien Holder that it agrees to release its
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1474.3. A written statement signed by each Lien Holder and acceptable to
148Seller (Short Sale Acceptance) that specifies the terms and conditions of the Short
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1514.4. Agreement to Amend/Extend Contract signed by Buyer and Seller, so long
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1555. SELLER DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION TO LIEN HOLDER. Seller agrees to
156submit to each Lien Holder a request for a Short Sale and all documents and information
157requested by Lien Holder, including a copy of the Contract, any Counter Proposal, this
158Addendum and amendments. The initial submission by Seller to each Lien Holder shall be
159on or before Initial Submission Deadline (§ 5.1 below). Any additional information or
160documentation requested of Seller by such Lien Holder shall be submitted within 5
161calendar days of such request or Buyer may terminate the Contract pursuant to § 8.2
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1645.1. Seller Submission Deadline. The following deadline shall be the calendar
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1685.2. Seller Consents to Lien Holder’s Release of Information. Seller consents
169that Lien Holder and its representatives may supply and communicate any loan, financial
170or other information of Seller, confidential or otherwise, with any of the following
171 involved in the transaction: Seller’s attorney, Broker or Brokerage Firm and its
172representatives working with Seller, transaction coordinator, title insurance company, its
173representatives, Closing Company or its representatives; and the following as checked:
174□ Broker or Brokerage Firm and its representatives working with Buyer □ Buyer □
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1776. DATES AND DEADLINES.
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180acknowledge that an Agreement to Amend/Extend Contract ("Amend/Extend") is
181required to revise the Dates and Deadlines (§ 2.3 Contract) or other terms based on
182changes required by the Short Sale Acceptance. If both Buyer and Seller, in their sole
183discretion, do not agree to the terms of the Amend/Extend, as evidenced by their signatures
184on the Amend/Extend and the offering party to such document receives notice of such
185acceptance on or before 7 calendar days after the earlier of (a) the receipt by both Buyer
186and Seller of the Short Sale Acceptance or (b) the Short Sale Acceptance Deadline (§ 8.1
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1897. UNCERTAINTY OF SHORT SALE. Buyer and Seller acknowledge:
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1917.1. There are no promises or representations regarding (a) whether Lien Holder
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194and conditions of the Short Sale Acceptance.
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1967.2. Until Closing of the Short Sale, Short Sale Acceptance by the Lien Holder
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198enforcement action, including but not limited to a foreclosure. In the event Seller loses
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2017.3. A significant period of time may be required to determine if a Short Sale
202Acceptance will be granted. Buyer should inform Buyer’s lender of this fact for
203structuring Buyer’s loan; i.e., duration of “loan lock”; and Closing is required to be held
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2067.4. Lien Holder, once a Short Sale Acceptance is given, will normally not agree
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208Acceptance, to have repairs performed or to reduce the amount it is willing to accept due to
209the condition of the Property or results of an Inspection. Buyer may want to conduct an
210Inspection of the Property prior to submission of Seller’s request for a Short Sale to Lien
211Holder. The Purchase Price should reflect the condition of the Property and results of
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2158. DEADLINE FOR ACCEPTANCE OF SHORT SALE; TERMINATION. Buyer
216and Seller must receive written notice of the Short Sale Acceptance, on or before Short Sale
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The printed portions of this form, except differentiated additions, have been approved by the Colorado Real Estate Commission. (SA20-1-08) (Mandatory 3-08)
SELLER AUTHORIZATION
Date: ____________
Seller:_______________________________________________________
Lien Holder:__________________________________________________
Property:_____________________________________________________
Loan No._____________________________________________________
Seller Consents to Lien Holder’s Release of Information. Seller Consents to Lien Holder’s Release of Information. Seller consents that Lien Holder and its representatives may supply and communicate any loan, financial or other information of Seller, confidential or otherwise, with any of the following involved in the transaction: Seller’s attorney, Broker or Brokerage Firm and its representatives working with Seller, transaction coordinator, title insurance company, its representatives, Closing Company or its representatives; and the following as checked: □ Broker or Brokerage Firm and its representatives working with Buyer □ Buyer □ Buyers attorney.
Note: This Seller Authorization should be submitted to the Lender’s Loss Mitigation Department. If the Property is in foreclosure this form should also be submitted to the Lender’s law firm.
SA20-1-08. SELLER AUTHORIZATION
When engaging in a short sale transaction in Colorado, several key documents accompany the Colorado Short Sale Addendum form. Understanding these documents is essential for both buyers and sellers to navigate the complexities of a short sale effectively. Below is a list of common forms and documents that play a crucial role in this process.
Each of these documents serves a specific purpose in the short sale process, helping to protect the interests of both the buyer and the seller. Familiarity with these forms can greatly enhance the likelihood of a successful transaction, ensuring that all parties are informed and prepared for the complexities of a short sale.
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Completing the Colorado Short Sale Addendum form is an important step in the short sale process. This addendum becomes part of your contract and outlines the terms necessary for a successful short sale. Follow these steps carefully to ensure all information is filled out correctly.
Once the form is completed and signed, it should be submitted to the relevant lien holders along with any other required documents. This is a crucial step in moving forward with the short sale process.
The Colorado Short Sale Addendum form shares similarities with the Purchase Agreement. Both documents outline the terms and conditions surrounding a real estate transaction. The Purchase Agreement typically details the obligations of the buyer and seller, including the purchase price and contingencies. In the case of a short sale, the Addendum modifies this agreement to address the unique circumstances of selling a property for less than the amount owed on the mortgage, ensuring that all parties understand the implications of the short sale process.
Another document akin to the Colorado Short Sale Addendum is the Listing Agreement. This agreement is established between the seller and a real estate agent, outlining the agent's responsibilities in marketing the property. When a short sale is involved, the Addendum informs the agent of the additional steps needed to secure lender approval for the sale. It highlights the necessity for the agent to communicate the short sale status to potential buyers and manage expectations regarding the timeline and approval process.
The Colorado Short Sale Addendum is crucial for homeowners navigating financial challenges, as it provides a structured approach to selling their property under duress. When considering options, it's essential to have all relevant documentation in order, ensuring transparency and understanding among all parties involved. For further insights and resources, you may visit arizonapdf.com/ for helpful guidance.
The Loan Modification Agreement also bears resemblance to the Short Sale Addendum. Both documents deal with financial hardship scenarios where the homeowner is unable to meet their mortgage obligations. A Loan Modification Agreement aims to change the terms of the existing loan to make payments more manageable, while the Short Sale Addendum facilitates the sale of the property at a loss. Both documents require lender approval, but the outcomes differ significantly, with one preserving the homeowner's ownership and the other transferring it.
Similarly, the Foreclosure Notice is another document that relates closely to the Short Sale Addendum. A Foreclosure Notice is issued when a borrower defaults on their mortgage, indicating that the lender may initiate foreclosure proceedings. The Short Sale Addendum serves as an alternative to foreclosure, allowing the homeowner to sell the property and potentially avoid the negative consequences of foreclosure. Both documents highlight the urgency of addressing the homeowner's financial situation.
The Real Estate Purchase Contract is yet another document that parallels the Colorado Short Sale Addendum. This contract is the foundational agreement between the buyer and seller, detailing the sale of the property. When a short sale is involved, the Addendum modifies this contract to include specific provisions regarding lien holders and the conditions under which the sale can proceed. It ensures that all parties are aware of the complexities involved in a short sale transaction.
The Seller’s Disclosure Statement is also similar, as it provides essential information about the property's condition. In a short sale context, this document must be carefully reviewed to ensure that the seller is transparent about any issues that could affect the sale. The Short Sale Addendum complements this by addressing the financial implications of selling the property for less than the owed amount, emphasizing the need for full disclosure to all parties involved.
Another relevant document is the Closing Disclosure. This document outlines the final terms of the loan and the costs associated with the real estate transaction. In a short sale, the Closing Disclosure must reflect the unique financial arrangement between the seller and the lien holders. The Short Sale Addendum ensures that all necessary conditions are met for the closing to occur, including the approval of the lien holders for the sale price.
The Agreement to Amend or Extend Contract is also comparable to the Colorado Short Sale Addendum. This agreement is used when the parties wish to change the terms of the original contract. In a short sale scenario, the Addendum may necessitate amendments based on the lender's conditions for approving the short sale. Both documents require mutual consent from the buyer and seller to ensure that any changes are legally binding.
The Title Commitment is another document that intersects with the Short Sale Addendum. This commitment outlines the status of the title for the property being sold. In a short sale, it is crucial to ensure that all liens are addressed and that the title is clear for the buyer. The Addendum reinforces the need for the seller to provide accurate information about the property's liens and the conditions under which the sale can proceed.
Finally, the Affidavit of Title is similar in that it provides a sworn statement about the ownership of the property. In the context of a short sale, this affidavit must confirm that the seller has the right to sell the property and that there are no undisclosed liens or claims against it. The Short Sale Addendum complements this by ensuring that all lien holders are informed and that their agreements are obtained before the sale can close.
The Colorado Short Sale Addendum is designed to outline the specific terms and conditions that apply when a property is sold for less than the amount owed on its liens. It serves to inform both the seller and buyer about the implications of a short sale, including the need for lien holders to agree to the sale and the potential consequences for the seller.
Both the seller and the buyer must sign the Short Sale Addendum as part of the overall contract. This is important because most lien holders will not consider a short sale request until they have a signed contract to review. This ensures that both parties are aware of and agree to the terms of the short sale process.
If the lien holder does not approve the short sale, the contract can be terminated. This means that the seller and buyer can walk away from the agreement without any penalties, as long as the termination follows the guidelines outlined in the contract.
Yes, the seller may still be liable for any remaining debt after the short sale. Even if the lien holder agrees to release their lien, they are not obligated to forgive the entire debt. If the lien holder does not release the seller from liability, the seller may still owe the unpaid portion of the debt.
Sellers should explore all their options before proceeding with a short sale. Alternatives such as foreclosure or loan modification might be more beneficial. It's crucial for sellers to consult with legal and financial advisors to understand the potential legal, tax, and economic consequences of a short sale.
A short sale can impact the seller's credit rating, but it does not guarantee improvement. The lien holder is required to report the transaction to credit agencies, but there is no obligation for them to report it positively. Sellers should be aware that their credit score may still be affected negatively.
There are specific deadlines that both the seller and buyer must adhere to during the short sale process. For instance, the seller must submit a request for a short sale to the lien holder by a certain date. If additional information is requested by the lien holder, it must be provided within five calendar days. Failure to meet these deadlines could result in termination of the contract.
For a short sale to be successful, several conditions must be met. These include obtaining written statements from each lien holder agreeing to release their lien for a specified payoff amount and accepting the terms of the short sale. Additionally, both the seller and buyer must agree to any amendments required by the short sale acceptance.
When filling out the Colorado Short Sale Addendum form, it’s essential to approach the process with care. Here are some important do's and don'ts to keep in mind: