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Date: 22-24 Aug 2008

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Real Estate Dictionary

 A
Abandonment -
The voluntary relinquishment of rights of ownership or another form of interest (an easement) by failure to use the property over an extended period of time.  
ABR -
The Accredited Buyer Representative designation indicates a real estate agent specializing in representing buyers in the real estate transaction.   The ABR is conferred by the Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council (REBAC).  
Abstract (Of Title) -
A summary of the public records relating to the title to a particular piece of land.   An attorney or title insurance company reviews an abstract of title to determine whether there are any title defects, which must be cleared before a buyer, can purchase clear, marketable and insurable title.  
Acceleration Clause -
Condition in a mortgage that may require the balance of the loan to become due immediately, if regular mortgage payments are not made or for breach of other conditions of the mortgage.  
Acceptance -
Refers to a legal term denoting acceptance of an offer.   A buyer offers to buy and the seller accepts the offer.  
Accrued Weeks -
(Relating to Time-Shares) Weeks that have accumulated from the prior year and are available for use in the current calendar year.  
Acre -
A measure of land, equal to 160 sq.   rods (43,560 sq.  ft.  ).   An acre is approximately 209' x 209'.  
Acknowledgment -
A formal declaration before an authorized official (usually a notary public) by a person who has executed a document, that he did in fact execute (sign) the document.  
Addendums -
Additions to a contract, sometimes called attachments or exhibits.   A list or other items added to a document, letter, contract, and escrow instructions, etc.  
Adverse Possession -
Methods of acquiring title by open and notorious possession usually vary with each state.  
Agency -
(a) The relationship that exists when a person, known as the principal, contracts to another, the agent, to perform an act in that person's stead.   (b) Common term for a firm offering representation.  
Agency Disclosure -
A state mandated form that describes representation options available to the buyer and must be presented to all buyers at the first "meaningful meeting.  "
Agent -
A person authorized by another to act on his or her behalf.  
Agreement of Sale -
Known by various names, such as contract of purchase, purchase agreement, or sales agreement according to location or jurisdiction.   A contract in which a seller agrees to sell and a buyer agrees to buy, under certain specific terms and conditions spelled out in writing and signed by both parties.  
Alienation Clause -
A clause within a loan instrument calling for a debt in its entirety upon the transfer of ownership of the secured property.   Also called a "due on sale" clause.  
Amortization -
A payment plan that enables the borrower to reduce his debt gradually through monthly payments of principal.  
Amortization Schedule: -
A table that lists what percentage of each payments consist of interest and principal.  
Application Deadline -
The date by which the buyer must formally apply for a mortgage in order to validate the mortgage contingency.  
Appraisal -
An expert judgment or estimate of the quality or value of real estate as of a given date.  
Asking Price -
The price that a seller is requesting for their property, specified in a listing contract.  
Assessed Value -
Value placed on property by the tax assessor.  
Assessment -
The valuation of property for the purpose of levying a tax or the amount of the tax levied.  
Assessor -
One appointed to assess property for taxation.  
Assignment -
A transfer or making over to another the whole of any property, real or personal, or of any Estate or right therein.   To assign is to transfer.  
Assumption of Mortgage -
An obligation undertaken by the purchaser of property to be personally liable for payment of an existing mortgage.   In an assumption, the purchaser is substituted for the original mortgagor in the mortgage instrument and the original mortgagor is to be released from further liability in the assumption, the mortgagee's consent is usually required
Attachment -
Seizure of property by court order, usually done in a pending law suit to make property available in case of judgment.  
 B
Balloon Payment -
The final installment paid at the end of the term of a note; used only when preceding installments were not sufficient to pay off the note in full.  
Bill of Sale -
An instrument used to transfer personal property
Binder -
(a) A written statement from the insurance company showing that the homeowners insurance has been paid for and will be in place after closing.   (b) A sum of money used as a deposit to show good faith and commitment to the purchase of the real property.  
Blanket Mortgage (Trust Deed) -
A single mortgage or trust deed, which covers more than one piece of real estate
Bond -
An insurance agreement by which one party is insured against loss or default by a third party.   In the construction business a performance bond ensures the interested party that the contractor will complete the project.   A bond can also be a method of financing debt by a government or corporation, which is interest-bearing and has priority over stock in terms of security.  
Bonus Time -
(Relating to Time-Shares) Use of your resort in addition to your regular allocated time on a space available basis.  
Breach -
Violation of an obligation in a contract.  
Binder or "Offer to Purchase" -
A preliminary agreement, secured by the payment of earnest money, between a buyer and seller as an offer to purchase real estate.   A binder secures the right to purchase real estate upon agreed terms for a limited period of time.   If the buyer changes his mind or is unable to purchase, the earnest money is forfeited unless the binder expressly provides that it is to be refunded.  
Broker, Real Estate -
An agent licensed by the state to carry on the business of operating in real estate.   He usually receives a commission for his services of bringing together buyers and sellers, owners and tenants in exchange agreements.  
Building Code -
A set of stringent laws that control the construction of buildings, design, materials and other similar factors.  
Broker's Commission - -
A section of the offer to purchase, and the purchase and sale agreement outlining the cooperating real estate broker's fees.  
Building Line or Setback -
Distances from the ends and/or sides of the lot beyond which construction may not extend.   The building line may be established by a filed plat of subdivision, by restrictive covenants in deeds or leases, by building codes, or by zoning ordinances.  
Built-Ins -
Items that are not movable, such a stoves, ovens, microwave ovens or dishwashers.  
Buyer Broker -
A real estate agent who specializes in representing the purchaser.   Some agents who specialize in this area are referred to as Exclusive Buyers Agents and do not list properties.  
Buyers Market -
A market condition that occurs in real estate where more homes are for sale than there are interested buyers.  
 C
Camping Membership -
(Relating to Time-Shares) A membership to a resort or resort community catering to campers, some of which are affiliated with national organizations providing camping locations for members in many states and other countries.  
Capital Gains -
A term used for income tax purposes, which represents the gain realized from the sale of an asset less the purchase price and deductible expense.  
Capitalization -
An appraising term used in determining value by considering net operating income and a percentage of reasonable return on investment.  
Cash Flow -
The owner's "spendable" income after operating expenses and debt service is deducted.  
Certificate of Title -
A certificate issued by a title company or a written opinion rendered by an attorney that the seller has good marketable and insurable title to the property, which he is offering for sale.   A certificate of title offers no protection against any hidden defects in the title, that an examination of the records could not reveal.   The issuer of a certificate of title is liable only for damages due to negligence.   The protection offered a homeowner under a certificate of title is not as great as that offered in a title insurance policy.  
Cesspool -
A private sewerage system consisting of a pit underground where sewerage flows into and allows the waste water to leach through the sides of the pit leaving the sludge to be pumped regularly.  
Chain Of Title -
A history of conveyances and encumbrances affecting the title as far back as records are available.  
Client -
A buyer or seller who is represented by a real estate salesperson or broker as the buyer's or seller's agent and subject to that buyer's or seller's control.   The terms of their agency agreement should be in writing.  
Closing -
In the sale of real estate it is the final moment when all documents are executed and recorded and the sale is complete.   Also, a general selling term where a sales person is attempting to sell something and the buyer agrees to purchase.  
Closing Costs -
The expenses which buyers and sellers normally incur to complete a transaction in the transfer of ownership of real estate.   These costs are in addition to price of the property and are items prepaid at the closing day.  
Closing Date -
The date on which the title to the property changes hands.  
Closing Statement -
A list of the final accounting of all funds and disbursement of both buyer and seller prepared by an escrow agent, which notes all costs each, must pay at the completion of a real estate transaction.  
Cloud (On Title) -
An outstanding claim or encumbrance which adversely affects the marketability of title.  
Club Membership -
(Relating to Time-Shares) Year-round usage of resort facilities with purchase, on a space available basis.  
Code of Ethics -
The rules and regulations required by all members of the National Association of Realtors.  
Commission -
Money paid to a real estate agent or broker by the seller as compensation for finding a buyer and completing the sale.  
Commitment Letter -
A letter from the lending institution giving formal approval for a mortgage loan.  
Common Area -
That area owned in common by owners of condominiums and planned sight development homes within a subdivision.  
Community Property -
Both real and personal property accumulated by a husband and wife after marriage through joint efforts of both living together.  
Condemnation -
A declaration by governing powers that a structure is unfit for use.  
Conditional Sales Contract -
A contract for the sale of property where the buyer has possession and use, but the seller retains title until the conditions of the contract have been fulfilled.   Also known as a land contract.  
Co-Op Housing -
An apartment building or a group of dwellings owned by a corporation, the stockholders of which, are the residents of the dwellings.   It is operated for their benefit by their elected board of directors.   In a cooperative, the corporation or association owns title to the real estate.   A resident purchases stock in the corporation, which entitles him to occupy a unit in the building or property owned by the cooperative.   While the resident does not own his unit, he has an absolute right to occupy his unit for as long as he owns the stock.  
Condominium -
Individual ownership of a dwelling unit and an individual interest in the common areas and facilities that serve the multi-unit project.  
Consideration -
Anything of value given to induce someone into entering into a contract.  
Construction Loan -
The short-term financing of improvements on real estate.   Once the improvements are completed a 'take out' loan for a longer term is usually issued.  
Contingency -
A condition upon which a valid contract is dependent.   Typically found in the offer to purchase and the purchase and sale agreement.   For example, the sale of a house is contingent upon the buyer obtaining adequate financing.  
Contract -
An agreement between two or more parties, written or oral, to do or not to do certain things.  
Conveyance -
The transfer of the title to land from one to another.  
Contractor -
In the construction industry, a contractor is one who contracts to erect buildings or portions of them.   There are also contractors for each phase of construction: heating, electrical, plumbing, air conditioning, road building, bridge and dam erection, and others.  
Counter Offer -
An offer in response to an offer.   'A' offers to by 'B's' house for RM20,000, which is listed for RM22,000.   'B' counter offers 'A's' offer by stating that he will sell the house to 'A" for RM21,000.   The RM21,000 is the counter offer.  
Covenants -
Agreements written into deeds and other instruments stating performance or non-performance of certain acts or noting certain uses or non-uses of property.  
CRP -
(The Certified Relocation Professional) certification is conferred by the Employee Relocation Council (E-R-C).   The designation denotes relocation professionals who specialize in relocation and who pass.  
CRS -
The Certified Residential Specialist designation, offered through NAR, denotes an agent who specializes in residential real estate.   Only about three percent of the members of NAR have earned this designation.  
Credit Report -
A report on a buyer's credit history required by the lender before approval.  
Credit Score -
A potential borrower's composite of available credit, outstanding credit and payment history.  
Customer -
A buyer who is working with a real estate salesperson or broker who is the agent or subagent of the seller.   It could also be a seller of an unlisted property who is working with a buyer's agent, although this situation is less common.  
 D
Debt Service -
The total amount of the load payment, including principal and interest.  
Deed -
A formal written instrument by which title to real property is transferred from one owner to another.   The deed should contain an accurate description of the property being conveyed, should be signed and witnessed according to the laws where the property is located, and should be delivered to the purchaser at closing day.   There are two parties to a deed: the grantor and the grantee.  
Default -
Failure to make mortgage payments as agreed to in a commitment based on the terms and at the designated time set forth in the mortgage or deed of trust.   It is the mortgagor's responsibility to remember the due date and send the payment prior to the due date, not after.   Generally, thirty days after the due date if payment is not received, the mortgage is in default.   In the event of default, the mortgage may give the lender the right to accelerate payments, take possession and receive rents, and start foreclosure.   Defaults may also come about by the failure to observe other conditions in the mortgage or deed of trust.  
Deposit -
A sum of money sometimes referred to as earnest money, binder or escrow, which is presented with the offer to purchase and the purchase and sale agreement.   This money is held in escrow and goes towards the buyer's closing costs.  
Depreciation -
Decline in value of a house due to wear and tear, adverse changes in the neighborhood or any other reason.  
Developer's Price -
(Relating to Time-Shares) Estimated developer's current or market price.   Full retail price.  
Documentary Stamps -
A tax, in the forms of stamps, required on deeds and mortgages when real estate title passes from one owner to another.  
Down-Payment -
The amount of money to be paid by the purchaser to the seller upon the signing of the agreement of sale.   The agreement of sale will refer to the down payment amount and will acknowledge receipt of the down-payment.   The down-payment is the difference between the sales price and maximum mortgage amount.   The down-payment may not be refundable if the purchaser fails to buy the property without good cause.   If the purchaser wants the down-payment to be refundable, he should insert a clause in the agreement of sale specifying the conditions under which the deposit will be refunded, if the agreement does not already contain such clause.   If the seller cannot deliver good title, the agreement of sale usually requires the seller to return the down-payment and to pay interest and expenses incurred by the purchaser.  
Dual Representation (Agency) -
A broker or salesperson representing both buyer and seller in the same transaction.  
 E
Earnest Money -
The deposit money given to the seller or his agent by the potential buyer upon the signing of the agreement of sale to show that he is serious about buying the house.   If the sale goes through, the earnest money is applied against the down-payment.   If the sale does not go through, the earnest money will be forfeited or lost unless the binder or offer to purchase expressly provides that it is refundable.  
Easement Rights -
A right-of-way granted to a person or company authorizing access to or over the owner's land.   An electric company obtaining a right-of-way across private property is a common example.  
Economic Obsolescence -
Loss of useful life and desirability of a property through economic forces, such as change in zoning, changes in traffic flow, etc.   - rather than deterioration.  
Encroachment -
An obstruction, building, or part of a building that intrudes beyond a legal boundary onto neighboring private or public land, or a building extending beyond the building line.  
Encumbrance -
A legal right or interest in land that affects a good or clear title, and diminishes the lands value.   It can take numerous forms, such as zoning ordinances, easement rights, claims, mortgages, liens, charges, a pending legal action, unpaid taxes, or restrictive covenants.   An encumbrance does not legally prevent transfer of the property to another.   A title search is all that is usually done to reveal the existence of such encumbrances, and it is up to the buyer to determine whether he wants to purchase with the encumbrance, or what can be done to remove it.  
Equity -
The residual value of real property beyond any mortgage thereon.  
Escalation Clause -
A clause in a lease providing for an increased rent at a future time due to increased costs to lessor, as in cost of living index, tax increases, etc.  
Escheat -
The reverting of property to the state in the absence of heirs.  
Estate -
The ownership interest of a person in real property.   Is also used to refer to a deceased person's property.   And often used to describe a large home with spacious grounds
Equity -
The value of a homeowner's unencumbered interest in real estate.   Equity is computed by subtracting from the property's fair market value the total of the unpaid mortgage balance and any outstanding liens or other debts against the property.   A homeowner's equity increases as he pays off his mortgage or as the property appreciates in value.   When the mortgage and all other debts against the property are paid in full the homeowner has 100% equity in his property.  
Exchange Company -
(Relating to Time-Shares) Organization, which for a fee provides vacation exchange services and will assist timeshare and camping membership owners in exchanging for other resorts worldwide.  
Exclusions -
A section of the offer to purchase designed to exhibit anything the buyer or seller would not like included with the real estate (i.  e.   debris in the yard or a chandelier).  
Exclusive Buyer Representation -
An agency relationship between a buyer and a broker that cannot result in dual agency.  
Executed Contract -
An agreement that has been fully performed.  
Expiration Date and Time -
A section of the offer to purchase designed to give the offer a time limit after which the offer is withdrawn.  
Extensions -
Written or verbal extensions of dates in the offer to purchase and the purchase and sale agreement.  
 F
Fair Market Value -
That price a property will bring given that both buyer and seller are fully aware of market conditions and comparable properties.  
Fee Simple -
Ownership of title to property without any limitation, which can be sold, left at will, or inherited.  
Fiduciary Duties -
An obligation of trust imposed on an agent toward his/her principal.   These duties include loyalty, disclosure, confidentiality, obedience, reasonable care, due diligence, and accountability for funds and documents under the agent's control.   Every agent has a fiduciary responsibility to the principal, once they are engaged.  
Financing Acceptance Deadline -
The date in the offer to purchase that the buyer expects to have the loan commitment from the bank and may be used to nullify the sale contract if the mortgage is not obtained.  
Fixed -
(Relating to Time-Shares) A time period that is fixed for each calendar year, either by date or by calendar weeks; most in numerical sequence 1-52.   With a week number, your actual start date may vary slightly from year to year.  
Fixed Rate Loan -
A loan that has an unchanging interest rate.  
Fixtures -
Items affixed to buildings or land usually in such a way that they cannot be moved without damage to themselves or the property, such as plumbing, electrical fixtures, trees, etc.  
Floating -
(Relating to Time-Shares) Your time period is defined by a season and your week period is not fixed.   You reserve your time period within the appropriate season annually.   Most resorts have a High, Medium and Low Season.  
Foreclosure -
A legal term applied to any of the various methods of enforcing payment of the debt secured by a mortgage, or deed of trust, by taking and selling the mortgaged property, and depriving the mortgagor of possession.  
FSBO (For Sale By Owner) -
A home that is being sold by the owner of the property without the representation of a broker.  
Fractional -
(Relating to Time-Shares) Multiple week ownership at the same resort - two or more weeks of timeshare ownership for use in one calendar year.  
Front Footage -
The linear measurement along the front of a parcel.   That portion of the parcel, which fronts the street or walkway.  
Functional Obsolescence -
Loss in value due to out-of-date or poorly designed equipment while newer equipment and structures have been invented since its construction.  
 G
General Warranty Deed -
A deed which conveys not only all the grantor's interests in - and title to - the property to the grantee, but also warrants that if the title is defective or has a "cloud" on it (such as mortgage claims, tax liens, title claims, judgments, or mechanic's liens against it) the grantee may hold the grantor liable.  
Good Faith Estimate -
A required statement from the lender that shows all of the expected closing costs.  
Grantee -
That party in the deed that is the buyer or recipient.  
Grantor -
That party in the deed that is the seller or giver.  
Gross Estimate -
All money coming into a household on a regular basis.  
Ground Lease -
A lease of vacant land
 H
Hard Credit Report -
A report on one's credit history that is a compilation of the three credit bureaus.  
Hazard Insurance -
Protects against damages caused to property by fire, windstorms and other common hazards.  
Home Owners Association -
An association of homeowners within a community formed to improve and maintain the quality of the community.   An association formed by the developer of condominiums or planned developments.  
Homeowner's Insurance -
An insurance policy protecting against a variety of hazards.  
 I
Inclusions -
A section of the offer to purchase designed to exhibit any extra items the buyer or seller would like to be included with the real estate (i.  e.   personal property).  
Inspections -
The analysis of the home to find defects that may exist.  
Interest -
Money paid to a lender as compensation for money that is borrowed.  
Intestate -
A person who dies without making a will.  
Involuntary Lien -
A lien that attaches to property without the consent of the owner such as tax liens as opposed to voluntary liens (mortgages).  
 J
Joint Tenancy -
Joint ownership by two or more persons with right of survivorship.   Upon the death of a joint tenant, his interest does not go to his heirs, but to the remaining joint tenants.  
 L
Lease -
A contract between the owner of real property, called the lessor, and another person referred to as the lessee, covering all conditions by which the lessee may occupy and use the property.  
Lease With Option To Purchase -
A lease where the lessee has the option to purchase the leased property. The terms of the purchase option must be set forth in the lease.  
Legal Description -
The geographical identification of a parcel of land.  
Lessee -
One who contracts to rent property under a specified lease.  
Lessor -
An owner who contracts into a lease with a tenant (lessee).  
Lien -
A claim by one person on the property of another as security for money owed.   Such claims may include obligations not met or satisfied, judgments, unpaid taxes, materials, or labor.   (See also special lien.  )
Life Estate -
An estate in real property for the life of a person
Listing -
(a) A property included in the multiple listing service.   (b) A written agreement between a seller and a broker authorizing the broker to procure a buyer or tenant for his/her real estate.  
Listing Agent -
The broker employed by the principal to market the property.  
Listing Agent Questionnaire -
A form to be filled out by the listing agent or the seller answering typical questions regarding the condition of the property.  
Living Trust -
A trust agreement, which the title to property and assets can be transferred into, thereby avoiding probate.   The Living Trust was the first of the Trusts.   A Trust is created when a living person (the Trustor) agrees to let someone (the Trustee) hold title to property for the benefit of someone (the Beneficiary).  
Loan Fee -
Also known as points, discount points or origination fee, this is a one time charge by a lender as compensation for their services.   1 point equals 1% of the mortgage amount.  
Loan Originator -
A person who works for the lending institution whose job it is to meet with potential borrowers to discuss loan options, rates, etc.  
 M
Maintenance Fee -
(Relating to Time-Shares) Maintenance fees are established and collected by the Homeowners Association or Resort Management Company to maintain the property, pay insurance, utilities, refurbishing and taxes.  
Market Analysis -
An analysis performed to determine the current value of a property based on recently sold comparable properties, comparable properties that are currently for sale and the current overall market conditions.  
Marketable Title -
A title that is free and clear of objectionable liens, clouds, or other title defects.   A title that enables an owner to sell his property freely to others and one which others will accept without objection.  
Mechanic's Lien -
A lien created by statute on a specific property for labor or materials contributed to an improvement on that property.  
Money Market Accounts -
These are like a savings account usually offered through Securities Brokerage houses and some banks, which usually pay higher interest rates, have checkwriting features, along with a variety of other features.   In most cases, a great place to put funds from the closing of a real estate transaction.   Check with a Mutual Funds Registered Representative for details.  
Mortgage -
A legal document that pledges property to a creditor for the repayment of the loan, and is the term used to describe the loan itself.   Some states use the term First Trust Deeds to refer to mortgage loans.  
Mortgage (Open- End) -
A mortgage with a provision that permits borrowing additional money in the future without refinancing the loan or paying additional financing charges.   Open- end provisions often limit such borrowing to no more than would raise the balance to the original loan figure.  
Mortgagee -
The lender in a mortgage agreement.  
Mortgagor -
The borrower in a mortgage agreement.  
Mortgage Commitment -
A written commitment from the lending institution to provide a mortgage to the buyer for a specific property.  
Mortgage Contingency -
A contingency in the offer to purchase and/or the purchase and sale agreement which protects the buyers in case they are unable to get a mortgage commitment by a date specified in the contract.   In this case, the buyers would be able to cancel the contract to purchase and receive back all deposits made.  
Multiple Listing -
A listing taken by a member of an organization of brokers, whereby all members have an opportunity to find a buyer.  
Multiple Listing Service -
A service provided to real estate agents that lists homes under a seller's representation agreement and may be available for sale.   A computerized database of all homes listed by real estate agents.