Alhambra, CA · Los Angeles County
Lenders Subordination Agreement
A recorded agreement in which a property's existing lender agrees to subordinate its deed of trust to a new lender's loan, letting the new loan take first lien priority.
- California-licensed 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
When a property owner refinances or takes out a new secured loan, the holder of an existing deed of trust may need to subordinate its lien so the new lender's deed of trust becomes senior. This standard California subordination agreement (form 1266) is recorded against the property and directs that all signatures must be acknowledged before a notary so county recorders will accept it.
Who needs it
Property owners and existing lienholders (beneficiaries) in Alhambra who are refinancing or adding a new loan secured against real property.
Why it needs a notary
The form states directly beneath the signature lines that all signatures must be acknowledged, and as an instrument to be recorded it requires notarized signatures to be accepted by the county recorder.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Agreement
Get the Lenders Subordination Agreement template from the City of Alhambra Finance page.
- 2
Fill in the Loan Details
Enter the deed of trust, loan amounts, and parties' information with your lender.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote online notarization session at a convenient time.
- 4
Sign on Video
Verify identity and sign the agreement in front of the notary during the video call.
- 5
Submit for Recording
Deliver the notarized agreement to the Los Angeles County Recorder.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Alhambra. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed California 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
- Do I need this subordination agreement notarized?
- Yes, the form states that all signatures must be acknowledged, and it is recorded against the property so a notarized signature is required.
- How do I get a subordination agreement notarized online?
- Upload the completed agreement, verify your identity, and sign in front of a licensed online notary during a live video session.
- Who needs to sign this agreement?
- Both the current lienholder (beneficiary) and the property owner typically sign, and each signature needs its own notarial acknowledgment.
- Will the county recorder accept an online notarization?
- California recognizes notarial acts performed under another state's law per Civil Code §1189(b); check with the recorder's office if unsure before submitting.