Tract Index

Partially amortized and requiring a lump sum (balloon) payment at maturity. ...

Self-employed contractor who may perform work on a structure such as residential or commercial property. ...

Fibrous, fire-proofing material that was used in buildings and homes for insulation. ...

An offset statement defines a specific property owner’s underwritten certificate against their property. The reason behind this action is to set forth the current condition of liens ...

Expenditure to make a specific security or real estate transaction. Real estate transaction costs include survey costs, mortgage points and origination fees, recording fees, state transfer ...

Wondering what “de facto” means? Well, because it’s a Latin word, let’s give a formal definition. De facto is Latin for indeed, in fact, in reality, actually. An ...

Local geographic area with similar characteristics. It may be referred to by name (e.g., Brooklyn Heights, Palisades) and have designated boundaries. There are major streets such as for a ...

When dealing with foreclosure, anti-deficiency laws can act as a life raft for many homeowners. They are state laws that come as a form of relief protecting the purchaser of residential ...

Not only can homeowners associations impose pet restrictions but almost 100% of them do. Here’s the thing: the job of a homeowners associations or HOA is to look at the big ...

The first time you set foot in Lakewood Ranch FL you are just amazed at how gorgeous this town is since the master-planned residential development that took place in 1994. This project ...

Understanding housing market trends can be helpful for investment perspectives but also for homebuyers who want to know if it is the right time to buy a home or wait for prices to drop. ...

When you live by the Gulf of Mexico, with white sandy beaches all around and the lovely breeze tickling your ankles as you see some of the most amazing sunsets in the world, are you really ...

Wondering how to stop a lien on your property? Well, there is one pre-emptive measure of including in your bilateral contract that failing to comply with whatever obligations the ...

Figuring out if an area is suitable for investments is necessary for both real estate investors and homebuyers. Whenever you start looking for a city to relocate to, besides ensuring that ...

When we hear about Florida we think of beautiful beaches, good year-round weather, amusement parks, and top restaurants. Florida’s vibrant scene and diverse culture captivates many ...

The spirit of friendship and hospitality are some of the aspects that characterize the residents of Fort Mill, South Carolina. This small town holds a population of about 17,000 people that ...