Property Ownership

A homeowner in Maryland sells their property subject to a deed of trust. The deed of trust is an example of what type of encumbrance?

AAn easement
BA lien✓ Correct
CA license
DA covenant

Explanation

A deed of trust (or mortgage) is a financial lien — a type of encumbrance that gives the lender a security interest in the property as collateral for the loan.

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