Escrow & Title
In Colorado, a 'trustor' in a deed of trust is:
AThe lender who holds the beneficial interest
BThe borrower who grants title to the trustee as security for the loan✓ Correct
CThe public trustee who holds title on behalf of the lender
DThe title company that issues title insurance
Explanation
In a Colorado deed of trust, the trustor (also called the grantor) is the BORROWER who transfers legal title to the public trustee as security for the loan. The beneficiary is the lender; the trustee holds title until the loan is paid.
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