Definition of "Trustee's sale"

ANTHONY AMATRUDI PA real estate agent

Written by

ANTHONY AMATRUDI PAelite badge icon

Coldwell Banker

When a debtor defaults on a loan for which a deed of trust is given, the trustee is required to have a sale of the real estate security for the benefit of the lender. A deed of trust is used in place of a mortgage in many states. When a loan is made by a lender which is collateralized by real estate, a deed of trust is signed by the parties giving legal title of the collateralized property to a trustee for the purpose of insuring that the property is used to satisfy the debt in the event of default.

image of a real estate dictionary page

Have a question or comment?

We're here to help.

*** Your email address will remain confidential.
 

 

Popular Real Estate Terms

Payments made to enhance the appearance and conditions of real estate property. In so doing, the market value of the property should increase. Examples of renovation costs are siding, ...

Unexpected growth in an urban locality. ...

Simulation that enables investors to determine variations in the rate of return on an investment property in accordance with changes in a critical factor. It is an experiment with decision ...

Document describing the benefits and provisions for people or businesses covered by group insurance. Document in life and health insurance issued to a member of a group insurance plan ...

Loan that combines smaller loans into one larger loan and typically arises from refinancing debt. It typically results in a lower overall interest rate, longer payment schedule, and lower ...

Federal agency providing home financing to qualified people in low-income, rural areas. ...

Opening in the wall of a structure to let in air and light. ...

Individual who will receive an inheritance upon the death of another. The proceeds of an insurance policy may be in a lump sum annuity. Real estate also passes to the beneficiary. ...

Difference between cash revenue less cash expenses before taxes associated with rental property or a real estate investment. ...

Popular Real Estate Questions