Codicil


Definition of "Codicil"

Susan Schude
Susan Schude UTR Texas Realtors

A written supplement or amendment to an existing will such as one affecting the transfer of real estate upon death.

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Sheryl Sheryl said:

What term is used for an exemption to a zoning law?

 Apr 16, 2018  22:44:46
 
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"Zoning Variance", Sheryl
And you can read more about it, right here in our real estate glossary. Just click here >> https://www.realestateagent.com/real-estate-glossary/real-estate/zoning-variance.html

 Apr 27, 2018  17:18:27
 

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