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In North Dakota, which security instrument is used to pledge real property as collateral for a mortgage loan?

Correct Answer

B) Mortgage, where the borrower retains title and grants a lien to the lender

North Dakota uses the mortgage as its standard security instrument for real property loans. Under a mortgage, the borrower (mortgagor) retains legal title to the property and grants the lender (mortgagee) a lien against it. Because the borrower holds title, foreclosure requires judicial action through the courts — North Dakota is exclusively a judicial foreclosure state. This is directly tested under NDCC Chapter 32-19 and the state exam content outline for ND Financing.

Answer Options
A
Deed of trust, where a trustee holds title on behalf of the lender
B
Mortgage, where the borrower retains title and grants a lien to the lender
C
Land contract, where the seller retains title until the purchase price is paid
D
Security deed, where the borrower conveys title directly to the lender

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