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Notice of Default

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Updated 10-31-2026

Notice of Default

A Notice of Default is a written notice sent to the Borrower stating that the Borrower is in violation of the terms of the Note and/or Security Instrument. The Notice contains a time limit within which the Borrower must cure or remedy the violation. When issued because of a delinquent monthly payment, this notice is usually sent out when the payment is 30 days delinquent.

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