In the United States, a mortgage bond is a type of bond secured by a real asset, such as land or property. These bonds often include provisions defining the prioritization of claims in case of default.
An obligation bond is a type of mortgage bond in which the face value is greater than the value of the underlying property. The difference compensates the lender for costs exceeding the mortgage value.
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