Collateral

Collateral

Collateral An asset that is pledged as security for a loan. The borrower risks losing the asset if the loan is not repaid according to the terms of the loan agreement. In the case of a mortgage, the collateral would be the house and real property.   Real estate...
Multifamily Mortgage

Multifamily Mortgage

Multifamily Mortgage A mortgage loan on a building with five or more dwelling units.   Real estate words and definition CLICK THIS BUTTON For other words and definitions related to real estate auctions CLICK THIS BUTTON For all active auctions, and properties for...
Assumption

Assumption

Assumption A homebuyer’s agreement to take on the primary responsibility for paying an existing mortgage from a home seller.   Real estate words and definition CLICK THIS BUTTON For other words and definitions related to real estate auctions CLICK THIS BUTTON For...
Mortgagor

Mortgagor

Mortgagor The owner of real estate who pledges property as security for the repayment of a debt; the borrower.   Real estate words and definition CLICK THIS BUTTON For other words and definitions related to real estate auctions CLICK THIS BUTTON For all active...
Co-borrower

Co-borrower

Co-borrower Any borrower other than the first borrower whose name appears on the application and mortgage note, even when that person owns the property jointly with the first borrower and shares liability for the note.   Real estate words and definition CLICK...