When the loan is repaid or satisfied, the lender will then return the deed of trust with the satisfied promissory note. In real estate transactions, a trust deed transfers the legal title of a property to a third party until the borrower repays their debt to the lender.A Deed of Trust is typically used in combination with a Promissory Note or Mortgage Agreement which sets out the amount and terms of the loan agreement. A trust deed is always used together with a promissory note (also called "prom note") that sets out the amount and terms of the loan. (D) "Note" means the promissory note dated. To obtain a deed of trust, the trustor must give the beneficiary one or more promissory notes. Parties Involved In A Deed Of Trust.