Rigid, prefabricated framework of girders, struts, bars and other items and is used to support a roof or other load bearing elements, such as bridges, etc.
Truss rafter
Truss spaced close enough (usually 24" o.C.) To eliminate the need for purlins.
Trust
An arrangement whereby property is transferred to a trusted third party (trustee) by a grantor (trustor). The trustee holds the property for the benefit of another (beneficiary).
Trust account
Special account, which is used to safeguard the funds of a buyer or seller.
Trust deed
A conveyance of real estate to a third party to be held for the benefit of another. Commonly used in some states in place of mortgages that conditionally convey title to the lender.
Trustee
Legally empowered person to whom another's property or the management of another's property is entrusted.
Trustee in bankruptcy
Person selected by a judge or creditors of a bankrupt individual to handle matters including the sale of the bankrupt's assets, management of the funds from the sale of those assets, payment of expenses, and distribution of the balance to creditors. The trustee is usually compensated with a specified percentage of the liquidation sale.
Trustee's deed
Deed given by a trustee at a deed of trust foreclosure sale.
Trustee's sale
A foreclosure sale conduced by a trustee under the stipulations of a deed of trust.
