You transfer your home to the trust by signing a deed that names the trust as the new owner of the property. The deed then needs to be recorded with the local county recorder's office. Once recorded, the trust is now "on title" as the legal owner of the property.
Yes, you can sell a home with a Deed of Trust. However, just like a mortgage, if you're selling the home for less than you owe on it, you'll need approval from the lender.
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.
Deeds of trust almost always include a power-of-sale clause, which allows the trustee to conduct a non-judicial foreclosure - that is, sell the property without first getting a court order.
It is commonly found in an open-end mortgage or deed of trust, which allows the borrower to borrow additional sums in the future, secured under the same instrument and by the same security.
Power of Sale Clause A power of sale provision is a significant element of a deed of trust, as it states the conditions when a trustee can sell the property on behalf of the beneficiary. Typically, this predicts when you will be delinquent on your mortgage.
If you're lucky, your county might even provide a self-service official records search site. From here, you may be able to look up your property, locate the deed, and download a copy of your deed onto the computer. Be prepared to provide the owner's name, property street address, and parcel number if you have it.
Contact Recorder's Office Phone Number (385) 468-8145. Mailing Address 2001 South State Street , Ste N1-600. Salt Lake City, Utah 84190. Hours Monday through Friday (except holidays)