How can I search for a particular property? A Texas Deed of Trust creates a lien on property to secure a Promissory Note.These are two documents needed for real estate loans and seller financing. A Deed of Trust in Texas transfers title of real property in trust. It is the equivalent to a mortgage used in other states and provides a secured interest. This is a formal legal document used to surrender real estate property. Foreclosure notices must be given to residential borrowers in accordance with Property Code Sections 51.002 et seq. And the deed of trust. The grantee should file the deed of trust with the county clerk to provide notice of a lien on the property. A power of sale clause is a paragraph in the deed of trust that authorizes the nonjudicial foreclosure sale.