Escrow & Title
In New Mexico, a 'deed of trust' differs from a 'mortgage' primarily because:
AA deed of trust requires a larger down payment
BA deed of trust involves three parties (trustor, trustee, beneficiary) and allows non-judicial foreclosure, while a mortgage involves two parties and requires judicial foreclosure✓ Correct
CMortgages are used only for commercial properties
DDeeds of trust are not recorded
Explanation
New Mexico uses deeds of trust rather than mortgages for most residential loans. The deed of trust involves the trustor (borrower), trustee (neutral third party), and beneficiary (lender), allowing non-judicial foreclosure through the trustee — faster and less expensive than judicial foreclosure.
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