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What is an Easement?
An easement is one of the many types of encumbrances that can be found on real estate properties. Like all other encumbrances, easements...

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What are Encroachments on Real Estate?
Encroachments are one of the biggest encumbrances in real estate that affect homeowners. Just like other restrictions that may be on...

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Real Estate Agent Kickbacks: What are They?
Can Real Estate Agents Give or Receive Kickbacks? Real estate agent kickbacks are an under the table exchange of cash or goods to...

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What Is a Real Estate Short Sale?
What is a short sale? In simple terms, a short sale is when the borrower or homeowner sells a property for less than what they owe on it....

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What is Steering in Real Estate?
Steering in real estate is one of the ethical topics that pop up during a real estate agent’s career. Whether it’s understanding the...

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What are Clouds on Title in Real Estate?
If we think of a smooth, uneventful real estate transaction as a sunny day, then anything that hinders the effortless transfer of title,...

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Appraisals vs Inspections of a Home: What’s the Difference?
When a home seller secures a buyer, the home will need two different inspections. On the surface, appraisals vs inspections of a home...

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What Is Fee Simple Ownership in Real Estate?
There are lots of ways you can hold property ownership. Some ownership types impose conditions or restrictions that don’t allow the...

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What Are the Fiduciary Duties of a Real Estate Agent?
You have to build strong relationships with your clients to have a long, lucrative career in real estate. The top producing agents earned...

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Void vs. Voidable Contracts Confusing? Here's the Difference
The terms “void” and “voidable” are sometimes confused and used interchangeably. But when it comes to contracts, there are major...

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Joint Tenancy vs Tenancy in Common: What’s the Difference?
If you are currently taking a real estate licensing course and are preparing for your real esate exam , be aware that you will need to...

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6 Acronyms that Will Help You Pass the Real Estate Exam
If you are currently taking or planning to take your real estate licensing course, you probably already know that you will need a firm...

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Mortgage Markets Explained: Primary vs. Secondary
According to Statista, the United States is home to a massive mortgage market, valued at $11.9 trillion in 2021. This financial sector is...

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10 Appraisal Vocabulary on the Real Estate Exam
As you prepare to take the real estate exam, you'll want to be studying a variety of topics and terms to ensure you’re ready when the...

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10 Real Estate Finance Vocabulary Words You Will See on the Exam
If you've been preparing to take your real estate exam, you should know that part of the test will include vocabulary and terminology...

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What is Amortization?
As you acquire a mortgage or other types of loan, you might receive an amortization schedule that outlines your loan repayments. Many...

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