Property Under Contract
Real property being offered for sale that has received a contract for sale but has not gone to a closing. Under these circumstances, it may be possible to accept a refundable binder for sale to a different purchaser should the original contract for sale not be completed.
Popular Real Estate Terms
Illegally keeping or holding on to someone else's property. An example is a tenant staying in the apartment after the lease has expired. A court order may be sought to evict the tenant. ...
Credential awarded by the International Association of Assessing Officers to appraisers of real property working for a government body. ...
Indicators reflecting future changes in economic conditions; referred to as the Composite Index of 11 Leading Indicators. This index indicates the direction of the economy in the next six ...
Standard unit of area that is used to measure a parcel or real estate. Square footage is computed by multiplying the length and width dimensions of a room, building, lot, etc. ...
What’s the definition of real estate collateral? Could we say it’s like keeping a hostage? No, that would be relatively insensitive. But the idea is similar. In real estate, ...
Designation given to members of the American Society of Real Estate Counselors (ASREC). A prerequisite for membership is professional experience and ethical conduct. ...
person designating an agent to act for him. Primary individual having full financial liability. Amount being risked in a real estate investment. Owner of a real estate business. ...
Sections of a homeowner policy. Section I relates to the home, contents, and accompanying structures. Section II provides comprehensive coverage for personal liability and the medical ...
Financial intermediaries who invest in deeds of trust and mortgages, and hold them in their own portfolio. Large financial firm that uses depositors' money to lend to borrowers. ...
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