WHEREAS, the Grantor desires to clarify and affirm the Deed of Trust. Most defects in deeds of trust are discovered when a default triggers foreclosure, and the lender hires an attorney to act as Trustee in the foreclosure.Required elements for a document to be an insurable Deed of Trust: a. Must be in writing. b. All deeds executed and registered according to law shall be valid, and pass title and estates without livery of seizin, attornment or other ceremony. A trust amendment is a legally binding document designed to modify one or more provisions within your living trust. The Parties agree that this Second Modification constitutes amendment to the Loan. This Deed of Trust is to be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the. State of North Carolina. 19. What does it mean to amend a trust?