What document does a trustee under a deed of trust record to start a non-judicial foreclosure in California?
Why A notice of default Is Correct
Answer B: A notice of default
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Key Terms to Know
A security instrument used in many states instead of a mortgage, involving three parties: borrower (trustor), lender (beneficiary), and a neutral trustee.
DeedA written legal instrument used to transfer ownership of real property from one party (grantor) to another (grantee).
Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)Insurance required by lenders on conventional loans with less than 20% down payment, protecting the lender — not the borrower — against default.
EasementA non-possessory right to use another person's land for a specific purpose.
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