A land trust is a simple, inexpensive method for handling the ownership of real estate. Below are forms in PDF format regarding land trusts that do not necessarily require the assistance of an attorney.These forms are now interactive. What does a lien on the property or "a deed of trust to secure an indebtedness" mean reviewing a Seller's disclosure? For the Purpose of Securing: 1. Performance of each agreement of Trustor herein contained. 2. , County of ______: ss. The lien of a deed of trust is based upon the amount of the secured debt. As a result the lien will diminish as the loan is repaid. The Cook County Clerk's Office has assumed all operations and duties of the Cook County Recorder of Deeds Office and that office no longer exists.