Escrow & Title

In Oregon, a mortgage or deed of trust must be recorded to:

ACreate a valid lien between the borrower and lender
BProvide constructive notice to subsequent purchasers and lenders of the lien✓ Correct
CAllow the lender to charge interest on the loan
DEnable the borrower to obtain homestead protections

Explanation

Recording a mortgage or deed of trust provides constructive notice to the world that the lien exists. Without recording, the lien is valid between the parties but can be defeated by a subsequent bona fide purchaser or lender who records without actual knowledge of the unrecorded lien.

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