Addendum to Contract

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Addendum to Contract Format

ADDENDUM TO [NAME OF ORIGINAL CONTRACT]

This Addendum (“Addendum”) is made and entered into as of [Date], by and between:

[Party 1 Name], [Party 1 Description, e.g., “a corporation organized under the laws of [State] with its principal place of business at [Address]”], hereinafter referred to as “Party 1,”
and
[Party 2 Name], [Party 2 Description], hereinafter referred to as “Party 2.”

WHEREAS, Party 1 and Party 2 entered into an agreement dated [Original Contract Date] (the “Original Agreement”); and

WHEREAS, the Parties now desire to amend certain terms and conditions of the Original Agreement as set forth in this Addendum;

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained herein, the Parties agree as follows:

1. Amendment(s) to the Original Agreement

[Clearly state the specific amendments being made to the Original Agreement. Use numbered or bulleted points for clarity.]

Example:

• Section [X] of the Original Agreement is hereby amended to read as follows: “[New Language].”
• The Parties agree to add a new section, Section [Y], to the Original Agreement as follows: “[New Clause].”

2. No Other Changes

Except as expressly amended by this Addendum, all other terms and conditions of the Original Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.

3. Governing Law

This Addendum shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Applicable Jurisdiction].

4. Counterparts

This Addendum may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.

5. Entire Agreement

This Addendum, together with the Original Agreement and any prior amendments, constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to its subject matter and supersedes all prior agreements or understandings.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Addendum as of the date first above written.

[Party 1 Name]
By: ___________________________
Name: _________________________
Title: _________________________
Date: _________________________

[Party 2 Name]
By: ___________________________
Name: _________________________
Title: _________________________
Date: _________________________

What is an Addendum to Contract?

An addendum to a contract is an additional document that changes, clarifies, or elaborates on the terms of an existing contract without replacing it. It ensures that modifications are officially documented while preserving the original agreement’s intent. For example, if parties need to extend a delivery deadline or revise payment terms, they can use an addendum to address these changes legally. You can also see more on Amendment Agreement.

How to Correctly Outline and Addendum to Contract

Remember that an addendum is a supplementary sample document attached to an existing agreement in order to modify it. As long as it is written correctly, it will be enforceable. Follow the steps written below to make your outline.

Step 1: Use the Same Font Written in the Original Contract

To keep both files identical, make it look identical. Use the same margin, format, and font size. Also, refer to the original date of the contract. When you make a title, correlate it to the agreement, but state the word “addendum.” For example, Addendum to March 13, 2020 Purchase Agreement.

Step 2: Specify all the Legal Names of the Parties Involved

All the parties involved in the agreement should be named correctly. Errors in writing down the legal names of parties may cause more trouble when conflicts arise later on. Here is a good example—“The parties identified in the March 13, 2020 Purchase agreements Addendum are Kristel Montepiano (buyer) and Ivy Hermoso (seller).” You can also see more on Extension Agreements.

Step 3: Write in Detail the Terms to be Changed in the Original Contract

Detail all the modifications by making use of italics, bold, etc. For example, “Section II of the March 13, 2020 Purchase Agreement Addendum now includes the right of a buyer to do a home inspection for 10 days.” Don’t forget to include a statement coming from the original contract before integrating the addendum. This is to make a plain distinction between the addendum and the original arrangement.

Step 4: Give Space for Signatures and Notarization

Provide space to write the date when the addendum will operate. Also, provide lines for the parties involved to write their complete names along with their signatures. Finally, to make the contract legitimate, give space for a notary stamp along with the date and signatures of the parties involved.

Step 5: Make the Contract Legal

Here are some steps you should follow to make your document legal—(1) Ensure that your addendum is in line with your contract conditions to make it enforceable. That is why reading your existing contract terms ahead before adding addenda is vital. (2) Know the state and federal laws that govern the contract. Different states may have different regulations. (3) Ask help from a licensed lawyer. If you are unsure of the correctness of your agreement , ask guidance from an attorney. You can also see more on Smoking Lease Addendum.

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