Deed of trust
Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-001517
A legal instrument used in some states as an alternative to a mortgage, involving three parties: the borrower, the lender, and a neutral third-party trustee. The borrower conveys legal title to the trustee, who holds it as security for the loan. Upon repayment, the trustee reconveys title to the borrower; upon default, the trustee can sell the property.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LAW-001517 |
|---|---|
| Field | Law |
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