7 CFR §765.452

1. (a)Loan continuation.
   1. (1)The Agency will continue the loan with a jointly liable borrower if the remaining borrower continues to pay the deceased borrower's loan in accordance with the loan and security instruments.
   2. (2)The Agency may continue the loan with an individual who inherits title to the property and is not liable for the indebtedness provided the individual makes payments as scheduled and fulfills all other responsibilities of the borrower according to the loan and security instruments.
2. (b)Loan assumption. A deceased borrower's loan may be assumed by an individual not liable for the indebtedness in accordance with subpart I of this part.
3. (c)Loan discontinuation.
   1. (1)The Agency will not continue a loan for any subsequent transfer of title by the heirs, or sale of interests between heirs to consolidate title; and
   2. (2)The Agency treats any subsequent transfer of title as a sale subject to requirements listed in subpart I of this part.