FinancingQuestion 67 of 120

In a California deed of trust, the party who holds bare legal title as security until the loan is repaid is the:

a.Trustor
b.Beneficiary
c.Trustee
d.Mortgagor

Explanation

A deed of trust involves three parties: the trustor (borrower), the beneficiary (lender), and the trustee, who holds bare legal title as security. If the borrower defaults, the trustee can conduct a nonjudicial foreclosure sale. California primarily uses deeds of trust rather than mortgages.

Law Reference: CA Civil Code

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