Real Estate Glossary

From 'Abstract of Title' to 'Walk-up', the arcana of real estate explained.
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TermDescription
In Contract: Refers to the moment in time when a buyer and a seller both sign a contract of sale.
Interest Rate: The amount charged by a lending institution to mortgage holders for the use of borrowed money. Rates can vary over time and are set by the Federal Reserve Board