What should happen to all security interests when a trade occurs?

In the context of a trade involving manufactured housing, clearing security interests is crucial to ensure that the new owner is not burdened by past financial obligations tied to the property. When a trade occurs, any existing security interests should be cleared so that the new owner can have clear title and ownership without encumbrances. This process often involves satisfying or discharging any debts associated with the security interests, thereby protecting the new owner from potential legal or financial repercussions that might arise if those interests were transferred or left unresolved.

Transferring the security interests to the new owner, renewing them, or ignoring them would not resolve the issues tied to existing obligations. Transferring could impose unwanted liabilities, renewing would only prolong the obligation without resolving it, and ignoring the interests could lead to complications or disputes over property rights and financial responsibilities in the future. Therefore, clearing the security interests ensures a clean transition of ownership, promoting a smoother trading experience and safeguarding the interests of the buyer.