Escrow & Title

A Utah buyer takes title 'subject to' an existing mortgage. This means:

AThe buyer personally assumes all liability for the loan
BThe buyer takes title with the existing mortgage in place but does not personally assume the loan obligation✓ Correct
CThe buyer obtains a new loan to pay off the seller's mortgage
DThe seller retains a lien on the property until the mortgage is paid

Explanation

Taking property 'subject to' a mortgage means the buyer acquires the property with the existing mortgage attached but does not personally agree to repay it. The seller remains personally liable on the original note.

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