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Deed of Trust with Assignment of Rents

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DEED OF TRUST WITH ASSIGNMENT OF RENTS (LONG FORM)

RECORDING REQUESTED BY

AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO:

SPACE ABOVE THIS LINE FOR RECORDER’S USE ONLY

APN: Order #: Escrow #:

DEED OF TRUST WITH ASSIGNMENT OF RENTS (LONG FORM)

THIS DEED OF TRUST, made , between herein called TRUSTOR

whose address is (Number and Street) (City) (State and Zip)

FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY, a California corporation, herein called TRUSTEE, and herein called BENEFICIARY,

WITNESSETH: That Trustor grants to Trustee in trust, with Power of Sale, that property in the City of , County of , State of California, described as:

together with rents, issues and profits thereof, subject, however, to the right, power and authority hereinafter given to and conferred upon Beneficiary to collect and apply such rents, issues and profits for the purpose of securing (1) payment of the sum of $ , with interest thereon according to the terms of a promissory note or notes of even date herewith made to Trustor, payable to order of Beneficiary, and extensions or renewals thereof, (2) the performance of each agreement of Trustor incorporated by reference or contained herein and (3) payment of additional sums and interest thereon which may hereafter be loaned to Trustor, or his successors or assigns, when evidenced by a promissory note or notes reciting that they are secured by this Deed of Trust.

A. To protect the security of this Deed of Trust, Trustor agrees:

1) To keep said property in good condition and repair, not to remove or demolish any building thereon; to complete or restore promptly and in good and workmanlike manner any building which may be constructed, damaged or destroyed thereon and to pay when due all claims for labor performed and materials furnished therefor, to comply with all laws affecting said property or requiring any alterations or improvements to be made thereon, not to commit or permit waste thereof; not to commit, suffer or permit any act upon said property in violation of law; to cultivate, irrigate, fertilize, fumigate, prune and do all other acts which from the character or use of said property may be reasonably necessary, the specific enumerations herein not excluding the general.

2) To provide, maintain and deliver to Beneficiary fire insurance satisfactory to and with loss payable to Beneficiary. The amount collected under any fire or other insurance policy may be applied by Beneficiary upon indebtedness secured hereby and in such order as Beneficiary may determine, or at option of Beneficiary the entire amount so collected or any part thereof may be released to Trustor.

3) To appear in and defend any action or proceeding purporting to affect the security hereof or the rights or powers of Beneficiary or Trustee; and to pay all costs and expenses, including cost of evidence of title and attorney's fees in a reasonable sum, in any such action or proceeding in which Beneficiary or Trustee may appear, and in any suit brought by Beneficiary to foreclose this Deed.

4) To pay, at least ten days before delinquency all taxes and assessments affecting said property, including assessments on appurtenant water stock; when due, all encumbrances, charges and liens, with interest, on said property or any part thereof, which appear to be prior or superior hereto; all cost, fees and expenses of this Trust.

5) To pay immediately and without demand all sums so expended by Beneficiary or Trustee, with interest from date of expenditure at the amount allowed by law in effect at the date hereof, and to pay for any statement provided for by law in effect at the date hereof regarding the obligation secured hereby any amount demanded by the Beneficiary not to exceed the maximum allowed by law at the time when said statement is demanded.

B. It is mutually agreed:

1) That any award in connection with any condemnation for public use of or injury to said property or any part thereof is hereby assigned and shall be paid to Beneficiary who may apply or release such moneys received by him in the same manner and with the same effect as above provided for disposition of proceeds of fire or other insurance.

2) That by accepting payment of any sum secured hereby after its due date, Beneficiary does not waive his right either to require payment when due of all other sums so secured or to declare default for failure so to pay.

3) That at any time or from time to time, without liability therefore and without notice, upon written request of Beneficiary and presentation of this Deed and said note for endorsement, and without affecting the personal liability of any person for payment of the indebtedness secured hereby, Trustee may: reconvey any part of said property; consent to the making of any map or plat thereof; join in granting any easements thereon, or join in any extension agreement or any agreement subordinating the lien or charge hereof.

4) That upon written request of Beneficiary stating that all sums secured hereby have been paid, and upon surrender of this Deed and said note to Trustee for cancellation and retention or other disposition as Trustee in its sole discretion may choose and upon payment of its fees, Trustee shall reconvey, without warranty, the property then held hereunder.

5) That as additional security, Trustor hereby gives to and confers upon Beneficiary the right, power and authority, during the continuance of these Trusts, to collect the rents, issues and profits of said property, reserving unto Trustor the right; prior to any default by Trustor in payment of any indebtedness secured hereby or in performance of any agreement hereunder, to collect and retain such rents, issues and profits as they become due and payable.

6) That upon default by Trustor in payment of any indebtedness secured hereby or in performance of any agreement hereunder, Beneficiary may declare all sums secured hereby immediately due and payable by delivery to Trustee of written declaration of default and demand for sale and of written notice of default and of election to cause to be sold said property, which notice shall cause to be filed for record.

After deducting all costs, fees and expenses of trustee and of this Trust, including costs of evidence of title in connection with sale, Trustee shall apply to proceeds of sale to payment of: all sums expended under the terms hereof, not then repaid, with accrued interest at the amount allowed by law in effect at the date hereof; all other sums then secured hereby; and the remainder, if any, to the person or persons legally entitled thereto.

7) Beneficiary, or any successor in ownership of any indebtedness secured hereby, may from time to time, by instrument in writing, substitute a successor or successors to any Trustee named herein or acting hereunder.

8) That this Deed applies to, inures to the benefit of, and binds all parties hereto, their heirs, legatees, devisees, administrators, executors, successors and assigns.

9) That Trustee accepts this Trust when this Deed, duly executed and acknowledged, is made a public record as provided by law.

10) Borrower requests that copies of the notice of default and notice of sale be sent to Borrower's address as shown above.

Lender requests that copies of notices of foreclosure from the holder of any lien which has priority over this Deed of Trust be sent to Lender's address, as set forth on page one of this Deed of Trust, as provided by Section 2924(b) of the California Civil Code.

If the Trustor/Grantor shall sell, convey or alienate said property, or any part thereof, or any interest therein, or shall be divested of his title or any interest therein in any manner or way, whether voluntarily or involuntarily, without the written consent of the Beneficiary being first had and obtained, Beneficiary shall have the right, at its option, except as prohibited by law, to declare any indebtedness or obligations secured hereby, irrespective of the maturity date specified in any Note evidencing the same, immediately due and payable.

Trustor

Trustor

Trustor

Trustor

Dated:

STATE OF CALIFORNIA

COUNTY OF

On , before me, , Notary Public, personally appeared

who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument.

I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct.

WITNESS my hand and official seal.

Notary Signature

(Notary Seal)

DO NOT RECORD

REQUEST FOR FULL RECONVEYANCE

TO FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, TRUSTEE:

The undersigned is the legal owner and holder of the note or notes, and of all other indebtedness secured by the foregoing Deed of Trust. Said note or notes, together with all indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, have been fully paid and satisfied; and you are hereby requested and directed, on payment to you of any sums owing to you under the terms of said Deed of Trust, to cancel said note or notes above mentioned, and all other evidences of indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust delivered to you herewith, together with the said Deed of Trust, and to reconvey, without warranty, to the parties designated by the terms of said Deed of Trust, all the estate now held by you under the same.

Dated

Please mail Deed of Trust, Note and Reconveyance to

DO NOT lose or destroy this Deed of Trust OR THE NOTE which it secures. BOTH must be delivered to the TRUSTEE for cancellation before reconveyance will be made.

DEED OF TRUST

WITH POWER OF SALE

First American

Title Company

TRUSTEE

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What the Deed of Trust with Assignment of Rents Is

A Deed of Trust with Assignment of Rents is a real estate security instrument used in many U.S. states to secure a loan by transferring legal title to a trustee while the borrower retains possession. The document couples standard deed of trust provisions (obligations, default remedies, trustee powers) with an express assignment of future rents from the property to the beneficiary as additional collateral. It authorizes collection and application of rents upon borrower default and often streamlines foreclosure versus mortgage proceedings under state law.

Why lenders and owners use this instrument

A Deed of Trust with Assignment of Rents secures lender interests and provides an expedited remedy by permitting the beneficiary to collect rents on borrower default. It enhances creditor protections, aids cash-flow recovery, and can reduce the time and cost of enforcement under applicable state property laws.

Why lenders and owners use this instrument

Typical parties and roles involved

Lenders, trustees, servicers, borrowers, and commercial property owners commonly prepare or encounter a Deed of Trust with Assignment of Rents.

  • Commercial lenders securing income-producing property loans and seeking accelerated remedies on default.
  • Property owners obtaining financing who agree to assign rents as collateral.
  • Loan servicers and trustees administering rent collection and foreclosure processes.

Consult counsel or title professionals to confirm parties, trustee selection, and jurisdictional requirements before execution.

Core sections to include in the document

Core sections of a Deed of Trust with Assignment of Rents define security, trustee powers, assignment of rents, default remedies, notice procedures, and reconveyance terms.

Security Clause

Identifies the secured obligation, describes the collateral, and grants the trustee power to enforce the lien, foreclose, or reconvey title under the instrument's terms consistent with state law.

Assignment of Rents

Expressly transfers present and future rents to the beneficiary upon default; may include interim collection rights, rent application procedures, and accounting requirements for collected sums.

Trustee Powers

Details trustee authority on default, including notice, sale conduct, power to collect rents, appoint receivers, and exercise sale or judicial remedies as permitted by law.

Default & Remedies

Defines events of default, cure periods, lender remedies, acceleration clauses, and procedures for obtaining possession or applying rents toward indebtedness.

Covenants & Representations

Borrower warranties about ownership, authority, property condition, tax payment, and compliance with leases that affect the lender's security interest.

Reinstatement & Reconveyance

Requirements for reinstating loan, discharge of assignment of rents upon final reconveyance, and procedures for recording release documents after satisfaction.

Security and compliance essentials

Encryption Standards: TLS 1.2/1.3; AES-256 at rest
Certifications & Reports: SOC 2 Type II; ISO 27001
HIPAA Compliance: Compliant; BAA required for PHI
ESIGN and UETA: Meet ESIGN and UETA standards
21 CFR Compliance: Supports 21 CFR Part 11 requirements
Access Controls: SSO, MFA, role-based permissions

Primary legal and practical risks

Late Filing: Tax penalties (IRC §6721)
Invalid Assignment: State law may limit rent assignment
Notarization Defect: Recording refusal or clouded title
Foreclosure Risk: Procedural defects may delay recovery
Privacy Concerns: Tenant data may implicate HIPAA
Enforcement Costs: Legal, trustee, and auction expenses

Common preparation issues to avoid

  • Omitting or misstating the legal property description leads to rejection at the recorder's office and may invalidate the security interest in the affected parcel.
  • Using vague assignment language that fails to transfer future rents or to allow collection on default can prevent the beneficiary from applying rental income to outstanding debt.
  • Naming an improper trustee or failing to follow statutory trustee appointment processes risks procedural challenge to foreclosure or reconveyance actions.
  • Failing to obtain required notarizations, witnesses, or to record the document timely can create clouds on title or affect priority against subsequent liens.

Step-by-step: completing and recording the deed

Follow these sequential steps to complete, sign, notarize, and record a Deed of Trust with Assignment of Rents correctly.

  • 01
    Prepare Document: Use lender-approved template with accurate property description.
  • 02
    Identify Parties: List borrower, trustee, and beneficiary full legal names.
  • 03
    Assign Rents: Include explicit present and future rent assignment language.
  • 04
    Record & Serve: Notarize, record county deed records, serve copies as needed.

How rent assignment functions in practice

This explains rent assignment mechanics: collection, application, and trustee enforcement following borrower default under state law.

  • Normal Operation: Rents collected by borrower; applied to operations per leases.
  • Trigger Event: Default as defined in loan instruments initiates assignment.
  • Collection: Beneficiary or receiver may collect rents post-default.
  • Application: Collected rents applied to taxes, insurance, and loan balance.

Recommended digital workflow settings

Recommended digital workflow settings for preparing and circulating the Deed of Trust with Assignment of Rents.

Field Configuration
Document Template Use recorded deed format with editable fields.
Signature Order Signer sequence: borrower, trustee, beneficiary.
Authentication Email + SMS code for lender and trustee.
Recording Attachment Include metes-and-bounds and legal description.

Platform and integration considerations

Ensure your eSignature platform supports PDF, secure storage, required audit trails, and integrates with title or loan servicing systems used in your workflow.

  • File Formats: PDF, DOCX supported
  • Integrations: Title, CRM, and loan servicing
  • Security: Audit trail, encryption, MFA

Timing and execution deadlines to note

Key timing considerations for execution, recording, and enforcement of a Deed of Trust with Assignment of Rents.

Execution Date:

Effective date determines rights and statute calculations.

Recording Deadline:

Record promptly to preserve priority against subsequent liens.

Notary Timing:

Notarize at signing to meet recorder requirements.

Rent Assignment Start:

Assignment triggers on defined default event per instrument.

Foreclosure Timing:

State law and notice periods determine sale timing.

Key milestones from closing to reconveyance

Sequential milestones from loan closing through reconveyance and post-satisfaction steps for the Deed of Trust with Assignment of Rents.

01

Loan Closing

Document executed, notarized, and recorded to perfect security interest.

02

Rent Assignment Active

Assignment becomes actionable on specified default following notice period.

03

Collection & Application

Trustee or beneficiary collects rents and applies proceeds to obligations.

04

Reconveyance

Record release and reconveyance once debt satisfied per instrument.

Frequently asked questions and solutions

Answers to frequent questions about drafting, signing, notarizing, and recording a Deed of Trust with Assignment of Rents.


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Best practices to reduce errors and speed processing

Practical steps and quality controls that reduce errors, improve recording success, and expedite enforcement of a Deed of Trust with Assignment of Rents.

Confirm the parcel legal description accuracy
Copy the exact metes-and-bounds or recorded lot and block language from prior recorded instruments. Inaccurate descriptions lead to recorder rejection or title defects and can delay loan funding and enforcement actions.
Use standardized assignment clause templates
Employ clear present-and-future rent assignment wording and specify collection, application, and accounting steps. Avoid ambiguous phrases and document any exceptions tied to existing leases to prevent disputes over priority and enforcement.
Coordinate with title company and recorder
Engage title counsel before recording to identify outstanding liens, confirm priority, and order title insurance. Verify county recording requirements for electronic submissions and any required cover sheets to avoid returned filings.
Verify signatories, trustees, and notarial requirements
Ensure all signers are authorized parties, use correct corporate authority certificates for entities, and follow state notary or witness rules. Retain executed and recorded copies and maintain a complete audit trail for future disputes.

Practical examples of use

Real-world examples illustrating how Deed of Trust with Assignment of Rents operates in lending and property management contexts.

Martin Properties

Martin Properties used a Deed of Trust with Assignment of Rents to secure financing on a multi-unit portfolio and to provide direct rent recovery on default.

  • Assignment allowed immediate rent diversion to lender.
  • The lender and servicer coordinated title review and recording, resulting in clear priority and a streamlined collection process that reduced vacancy-related losses and accelerated debt recovery while preserving tenant protections under lease agreements.

Optica Ventures LLC

Optica Ventures applied a Deed of Trust with Assignment of Rents when refinancing a commercial property to secure additional borrowing and to formalize rent handling in default scenarios.

  • Document clarified default remedies and rent application.
  • Coordination with legal counsel and timely recording preserved lien priority; clear assignment language allowed the beneficiary to act promptly without costly litigation to secure rental cash flow.

Profiles of professionals who use this document

Brian Fitzgibbons, COO

As COO of Optica Ventures LLC, Brian managed execution workflows for multiple property financings using a deed of trust with rent assignment. His team emphasized precise legal descriptions and coordinated trustee appointments to maintain title clarity and avoid recording corrections.

Tim Martin, Founder

Tim Martin used the instrument for portfolio loans and valued the ability to recover rents on default. He engaged title counsel early, standardized assignment language across loans, and ensured compliance with tenant notice requirements to reduce enforcement delays.

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