Finance

North Carolina is primarily a 'deed of trust' state rather than a 'mortgage' state. What is the key difference?

AA deed of trust involves two parties; a mortgage involves three
BA deed of trust involves three parties (borrower, lender, trustee); a mortgage involves two✓ Correct
CA deed of trust is used only for commercial properties
DA mortgage allows non-judicial foreclosure; a deed of trust requires court action

Explanation

In NC, a deed of trust involves three parties: the borrower (trustor), the lender (beneficiary), and a neutral trustee who holds legal title until the loan is repaid.

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