Escrow & Title

In South Dakota, which of the following types of liens is VOLUNTARY?

AProperty tax lien
BJudgment lien
CMechanic's lien
DDeed of trust (mortgage)✓ Correct

Explanation

A deed of trust/mortgage is a voluntary lien — the borrower willingly grants it as security for the loan. Property tax liens, judgment liens, and mechanics liens are all involuntary.

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