FinanceIntermediateCalifornia Exam

In California, the non-judicial foreclosure process under a deed of trust is initiated by recording a:

ANotice of Default (NOD)Correct
BLis Pendens, under standard California mortgage lending practice
CTrustee's Deed, as typically calculated in residential loan underwriting
DDeficiency Judgment, consistent with conventional financing terms

Why Notice of Default (NOD) Is Correct

Answer A: Notice of Default (NOD)

Non-judicial foreclosure in California begins when the trustee (or beneficiary's agent) records a Notice of Default (NOD) with the county recorder. The borrower then has a reinstatement period before a Notice of Trustee's Sale is recorded and the property is sold.

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