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REAL ESTATE LAW#1
The body of law governing the rights and duties related to real property, including transactions and ownership.
PURCHASE AGREEMENT#2
A legally binding contract outlining the terms and conditions of a real estate transaction between buyer and seller.
TITLE ISSUES#3
Legal problems related to the ownership of property, affecting the transfer of title during transactions.
LEGAL DRAFTING#4
The process of writing legal documents in a clear, precise, and enforceable manner.
REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS#5
The process of buying, selling, or leasing real property, involving various legal and financial considerations.
OWNERSHIP RIGHTS#6
Legal entitlements that come with owning property, including usage, transfer, and exclusion rights.
MORTGAGE#7
A loan secured by real property, where the property serves as collateral for the loan.
TITLE INSURANCE#8
Insurance that protects against losses from defects in the title to real property.
EARNEST MONEY#9
A deposit made by the buyer to demonstrate serious intent to complete the purchase.
CLOSING#10
The final step in a real estate transaction where ownership is transferred and documents are signed.
CONTINGENCY#11
A condition that must be met for a real estate contract to become binding.
DUE DILIGENCE#12
The investigation and evaluation of a property before finalizing a transaction.
LEASE AGREEMENT#13
A contract outlining the terms under which one party agrees to rent property from another.
ESCROW#14
A financial arrangement where a third party holds funds or documents until certain conditions are met.
DEED#15
A legal document that formally transfers ownership of real property from one party to another.
ZONING LAWS#16
Regulations governing land use and development in specific areas.
PROPERTY DISCLOSURE#17
A statement provided by the seller detailing known issues or defects with the property.
FINANCING CLAUSE#18
A section in a purchase agreement outlining the financial arrangements for the transaction.
REAL ESTATE BROKER#19
A licensed professional who facilitates real estate transactions between buyers and sellers.
RENTAL AGREEMENT#20
A contract between a landlord and tenant outlining the terms of renting property.
FORECLOSURE#21
The legal process through which a lender takes possession of property due to the owner's failure to pay.
CONTRACT LAW#22
The area of law that governs the creation and enforcement of agreements between parties.
NEGOTIATION#23
The process of discussing terms between parties to reach a mutually beneficial agreement.
COVENANT#24
A formal agreement or promise in a deed or lease, often related to property use.
INDEMNIFICATION#25
A provision that protects one party from legal liability for certain acts or omissions.