What does it mean to be on the deed but not the mortgage, and how does this impact ownership and financial responsibility for a property?

Being on the deed but not the mortgage means you have ownership rights to the property but are not responsible for the mortgage payments. This arrangement can impact ownership by giving you legal rights to the property, but you are not financially responsible for the loan. However, if the mortgage is not paid, the lender can still foreclose on the property, affecting your ownership interest.