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A Utah property has both a first mortgage and a second mortgage. If the first mortgage is foreclosed, what happens to the second mortgage?

Correct Answer

B) The second mortgage is extinguished, but the borrower still owes the debt

When a senior (first) mortgage is foreclosed in Utah, junior liens including second mortgages are extinguished from the title. However, the borrower's personal obligation on the second mortgage note remains — the second mortgage holder may pursue a deficiency judgment if permitted by law.

Answer Options
A
The second mortgage remains on the property
B
The second mortgage is extinguished, but the borrower still owes the debt
C
The second mortgage is automatically paid in full from the sale proceeds
D
The second mortgage holder becomes the property owner

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Related Topics:

lien prioritydeficiency judgmentjunior liensforeclosure proceeds distributionanti-deficiency statutes

Key Terms:

lien priorityjunior liensenior foreclosuredeficiency judgmentsecond mortgage
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