contracts
amendment
An amendment is a change to the terms of an existing contract after it has been signed, such as a new closing date or a price reduction after inspection. To be effective, an amendment usually must be in writing and signed by all parties to the original contract. It differs from an addendum, which adds new material to the contract, often at the time of signing.
- Exam tip
- Amendment changes existing terms; addendum adds new terms or documents. Both generally need signatures of all parties.
- Example
- After the inspection finds roof damage, the buyer and seller sign an amendment lowering the price from $350,000 to $343,000.
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