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A foreclosure sale brings in less than the unpaid debt. In a state that allows it, the lender sues the borrower personally for the remaining balance. What is the lender seeking?

Correct Answer

D) Deficiency judgment

Deficiency judgment is correct because the facts match a personal judgment against the borrower for the unpaid balance remaining after foreclosure sale proceeds are applied to the debt, where allowed by law. That is the best description of the relationship, right, or legal concept tested here.

Answer Options
A
Equity of redemption
B
Acceleration clause
C
Loan reinstatement
D
Deficiency judgment

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