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An affiliate broker in Tennessee is advising a buyer client who is purchasing a property at a non-judicial foreclosure auction. The buyer asks the affiliate broker what type of deed they will receive and what protections it provides. Which of the following responses most accurately reflects Tennessee law?

Correct Answer

B) You will receive a trustee's deed with no personal warranty; you should conduct a title search and purchase title insurance before bidding

In a Tennessee non-judicial foreclosure sale under Tenn. Code Ann. § 35-5-101, the trustee conveys the property to the purchaser via a trustee's deed, which typically carries no personal warranty from the trustee. Additionally, Tennessee does NOT provide a statutory right of redemption after a non-judicial foreclosure sale. The affiliate broker's advice to perform a title search and purchase title insurance before bidding reflects sound professional practice and accurately describes the buyer's risk exposure.

Answer Options
A
You will receive a general warranty deed, and the lender guarantees clear title to the property
B
You will receive a trustee's deed with no personal warranty; you should conduct a title search and purchase title insurance before bidding
C
You will receive a special warranty deed, and you have one year to rescind if a title defect is discovered
D
You will receive a quitclaim deed, and you may redeem the property within six months if a prior owner challenges your title

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