08/10/2026
A subject-to mortgage allows a buyer to take over making payments on an existing home loan while ownership transfers to their name. Even after the deed moves to the new owner, the original seller remains legally responsible for the mortgage debt. Understanding who holds the deed and who holds the loan helps protect both parties from unexpected surprises.
What is a subject-to mortgage?
With subject-to mortgages, the buyer agrees to take over the seller's mortgage payment