1-4 Family Rider Form PDF Details

The 1-4 family rider form is an amendment to the standard security instrument. It adds specific covenants that apply to properties with one to four residential units. Lenders use this rider when the property will be rented rather than owner-occupied.

This form is required by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac for conforming loans on non-owner-occupied 1-4 unit properties. The rider becomes part of the mortgage or deed of trust. It is recorded in the public land records along with the main security instrument.

Key provisions include occupancy covenants, maintenance obligations, and insurance requirements. The borrower agrees to keep the property in good condition and carry adequate hazard insurance. Lenders gain additional protections specific to rental property financing.

Borrowers must sign the rider at closing alongside the main mortgage documents. All co-borrowers named in the security instrument must sign. Notarization is required in most states.

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Form Name1 4 Family Rider Form
Form Length1 pages
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Avg. time to fill out15 sec
Other namesfannie mae mac family, fannie mae 4 family rider, form family rider, fannie 1 family

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1-4 FAMILY RIDER

THIS 1-4 FAMILY RIDER is made this ______________ day of _______________________, ______,

and is incorporated into and amends and supplements the Mortgage, Mortgage Deed, Deed of Trust, or Security Deed (the “Security Instrument”) of the same date given by the undersigned (the “Borrower”) to secure Borrower’s Note to ________________________________________________________________________ (the “Lender”)

of the same date and covering the Property described in the Security Instrument and located at:

___________________________________________________________________________________________

[Property Address]

1-4 FAMILY COVENANTS. In addition to the representations, warranties, covenants, and agreements made in the Security Instrument, Borrower and Lender further covenant and agree as follows:

A. ADDITIONAL PROPERTY SUBJECT TO THE SECURITY INSTRUMENT. In addition to the Property described in the Security Instrument, the following items now or later attached to the Property, to the extent they are fixtures, are added to the Property description, and will also constitute the Property covered by the Security Instrument: building materials, appliances and goods of every nature whatsoever now or later located in, on, or used, or intended to be used in connection with the Property, including, but not limited to, those for the purposes of supplying or distributing heating, cooling, electricity, gas, water, air and light, fire prevention and extinguishing apparatus, security and access control apparatus, plumbing, bath tubs, water heaters, water closets, sinks, ranges, stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers, disposals, washers, dryers, awnings, storm windows, storm doors, screens, blinds, shades, curtains and curtain rods, attached mirrors, cabinets, paneling, and attached floor coverings, all of which, including replacements and additions, will be deemed to be and remain a part of the Property covered by the Security Instrument. All of the foregoing together with the Property described in the Security Instrument (or the leasehold estate if the Security Instrument is on a leasehold) are referred to in this 1-4 Family Rider and the Security Instrument as the “Property.”

B. USE OF PROPERTY; COMPLIANCE WITH LAW. Borrower will not seek, agree to, or make a change in the use of the Property or its zoning classification, unless Lender has agreed in writing to the change. Borrower will comply with all laws, ordinances, regulations, and requirements of any governmental body applicable to the Property.

C. BORROWER’S OCCUPANCY. Unless Lender and Borrower otherwise agree in writing, Section 6 concerning Borrower’s occupancy of the Property is deleted.

D. ASSIGNMENT OF LEASES. Upon Lender’s request after default, Borrower will assign to Lender all leases of the Property and all security deposits made in connection with leases of the Property. Upon the assignment, Lender will have the right to modify, extend, or terminate the existing leases and to execute new leases, in Lender’s sole discretion. As used in this paragraph D the word “lease” will mean “sublease” if the Security Instrument is on a leasehold.

E. CROSS-DEFAULT PROVISION. Borrower’s default or breach under any note or agreement related to the Property in which Lender has an interest will be a breach under the Security Instrument and Lender may invoke any of the remedies permitted by the Security Instrument.

BY SIGNING BELOW, Borrower accepts and agrees to the terms and covenants contained in this 1-4 Family Rider.

____________________________________________________(Seal)

-Borrower

____________________________________________________(Seal)

-Borrower

MULTISTATE 1-4 FAMILY RIDER--FANNIE MAE/FREDDIE MAC UNIFORM INSTRUMENT

FORM 3170 07/2021

 

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How to Edit 1 4 Family Rider Form Online for Free

Follow these steps to complete and sign the 1-4 family rider form at your real estate closing.

Step 1: Identify the Property and Loan Details

Enter the full legal description of the property, including the county and state. Note the original principal balance and the mortgage date. These details must match the main security instrument exactly.

Step 2: Confirm the Property Type

Verify the property has one to four residential units. The 1-4 family rider applies to single-family homes, duplexes, triplexes, and four-unit buildings used as rental properties. Check your loan documents to confirm this rider is required by your lender.

Step 3: Review the Occupancy and Maintenance Covenants

Read the occupancy section carefully. The borrower agrees to maintain the property in good repair and carry appropriate hazard insurance. Failure to comply can trigger default provisions in the main mortgage.

Step 4: Sign Before a Notary

All borrowers listed in the security instrument must sign the rider. Sign in the presence of a notary public if your state requires notarization. The signing date must match the date on the main mortgage documents.

Step 5: Record the Rider with the Mortgage

The 1-4 family rider is recorded in the county land records as an attachment to the security instrument. Your title company or closing agent handles the recording. Keep a signed copy for your records after closing.

Related Mortgage Rider Forms

You may also need the condominium rider form for condo unit properties. For balloon payment mortgages, see the balloon rider form. For transferring mortgage rights, use the assignment of mortgage form.