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There are many real estate terms you will encounter when you rent, buy, sell, or invest in property. If you don’t have real estate experience, some of them may be unknown to you. Our handy glossary can help you get definitions to common real estate jargon so you can feel confident in your ability to pursue your property goals.

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ABSTRACT OF TITLE
ACCELERATION CLAUSE
ACCESSION
ACCRETION
ACCRUED ITEMS
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B

BALANCE
BALLOON PAYMENT
BARGAIN AND SALE DEED
BASE LINE
BASIS
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C

CAPITAL GAIN
CAPITALIZATION
CASH FLOW
CASH RENT
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D

DATUM
DEBIT
DECEDENT
DEDICATION
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E

EARNEST MONEY
EASEMENT
EASEMENT BY CONDEMNATION
EASEMENT BY NECESSITY
EASEMENT BY PRESCRIPTION
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FAIR HOUSING ACT
FANNIE MAE
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GAP
GENERAL AGENT
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H

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HIGHEST AND BEST USE
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IMPLIED AGREEMENT
IMPLIED CONTRACT
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J

JOINT TENANCY
JOINT VENTURE
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LATCHES
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