Commitment


Definition of "Commitment"

Greg & Isila Jimenez
  Keller Williams Agusta Partners

(1) An arrangement to buy real estate at a specified price and conditions. The failure to honor the commitment may result in damages. (2) Bank commitment to lend money in connection with the purchase of real estate.



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