This podcast is made by Ran Chen, who holds an EA license, Insurance and Securities licenses (Series 6, 63, 65), and the CFP® designation. He is passionate about opening access to high-quality exam preparation resources and helping learners prepare more effectively for professional certification exams. This episode covers content for the National Real Estate Exam.

In this episode you will learn:

- The distinction between Lien Theory where the borrower holds legal title and Title Theory where the lender holds it.

- Why Lien Theory states require a judicial foreclosure process and a Satisfaction of Mortgage document.

- How Title Theory states utilize non-judicial foreclosure through a power of sale clause and a Deed of Reconveyance.

- The definition of equitable title and why it remains with the borrower in both legal theories.

- How to identify exam traps regarding the mortgagor, mortgagee, and various redemption rights.

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