Illinois allows the use of both a deed of trust and a mortgage. Illinois is a lien-theory state. Mortgages are considered to be liens against the property and the vast majority of the liens in Illinois are mortgages.
A deed of trust can benefit the lender because it allows for a faster and simpler way to foreclose on a home — typically months or even years faster.
A deed of trust does not require foreclosure. Foreclosure is accomplished more easily and quickly. Increased foreclosure power is very attractive to a lender.
Deed of Trust Modification means, with respect to any Deed of Trust, a modification agreement entered into between the Borrower or the Project Owner, as applicable, and the Lender, modifying the terms and conditions of the Deed of Trust in order to (i) add to the lien of the Deed of Trust Additional Lots, or (ii) make ...
A deed of trust can benefit the lender because it allows for a faster and simpler way to foreclose on a home — typically months or even years faster.
Disadvantages of a Trust Deed For borrowers, if financial circumstances change, default on repayment can result in property foreclosure.