New York Ancient Mortgage Affidavit
What this document covers
An Ancient Mortgage Affidavit is a legal document used to declare that a mortgage has been satisfied but remains recorded in public records. It differs from standard mortgage release documents as it formalizes the absence of payment demands or any recent transactions in connection with the mortgage, supporting title insurance companies in validating property history.
Main sections of this form
- Identification of the premises and description of the property.
- Affiant's information, including name and signature.
- Details of the mortgage, including date recorded and location of recording.
- Affirmation regarding the lack of payment demands within the past six years.
- Statement on the non-receipt of mortgage payments in the last six years.
- Certification by a Notary Public confirming the signature and date.
Common use cases
This form is necessary when a property owner wishes to confirm that a mortgage has been fully paid off but has not yet been officially released or canceled in the public records. It is commonly used when securing title insurance for a property transaction to prevent any discrepancies regarding the property's history.
Intended users of this form
- Property owners who have fully paid off their mortgage.
- Individuals engaged in property transactions requiring title insurance.
- Real estate professionals assisting clients with property title issues.
- Notary Publics witnessing the execution of the affidavit.
Completing this form step by step
- Identify and describe the premises, including complete address.
- Fill in the name of the Affiant and the Escrow Agent.
- Provide details of the mortgage, including the date recorded and the county clerkâs office information.
- Confirm that no payment demands have been received for the last six years.
- Ensure that the affidavit is signed in the presence of a Notary Public.
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Common mistakes to avoid
- Failing to accurately describe the property.
- Not providing complete information about the mortgage details.
- Omitting the name of the Notary Public or failing to sign in their presence.
- Not checking for accuracy in the affidavit before submission.
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Summary of main points
- An Ancient Mortgage Affidavit is essential for confirming paid mortgages that are still recorded.
- Use this form to facilitate title insurance processes for property transactions.
- It is specifically tailored for use in New York state, adhering to local legal standards.
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FAQ
The discharge of a mortgage means that the borrower no longer is obligated to make further payments on the loan. A discharge can be the result of the mortgage being paid in full or refinanced by the borrower. A mortgage also can be discharged if the borrower files for bankruptcy.
In order to clear the title to the real property owned by the mortgagor, the Satisfaction of Mortgage document must be recorded with the County Recorder or Recorder of Deeds. If the mortgagee fails to record a satisfaction within the set time limits, the mortgagee may be responsible for damages set out by statute.
In the sentence, the person writing the statement must state that he or she is stating that the information is accurate. (Example: I, Jane Doe, solemnly swear that the contents of this document are true and correct, and that I agree to abide by the terms in this affidavit.)
A mortgage held of record by other than an institutional lender in the face amount of $25,000 or less which contains no stated maturity date, which has been recorded for more than 30 years, and which is not recited in the chain of title for 12 years or more, may be disregarded upon an affidavit there has been no
That the undersigned has not made or caused to be made any payments under the terms of the Mortgage to the holder of the Mortgage or its designee, if any, within the last six (6) years.
A mortgage affidavit is a written statement signed by a party in a real estate transaction under penalties of perjury that attests to certain conditions of the property.
