Prepayment

Prepayment

Prepayment Any amount paid to reduce the principal balance of a loan before the scheduled due date.   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...
Predatory Lending

Predatory Lending

Predatory Lending Abusive lending practices that include making mortgage loans to people who do not have the income to repay them or repeatedly refinancing loans, charging high points and fees each time and “packing” credit insurance onto a loan.   Real estate...
Pre-Qualification Letter

Pre-Qualification Letter

Pre-Qualification Letter A letter from a mortgage lender that states that you’re pre-qualified to buy a home, but does not commit the lender to a particular mortgage amount.   Real estate words and definition CLICK THIS BUTTON For other words and definitions...
Due-on-Sale Clause

Due-on-Sale Clause

Due-on-Sale Clause A provision in a mortgage that allows the lender to demand repayment in full of the outstanding balance if the property securing the mortgage is sold.   Real estate words and definition CLICK THIS BUTTON For other words and definitions related...
Down Payment

Down Payment

Down Payment A portion of the price of a home, usually between 3-20%, not borrowed and paid up-front in cash. Some loans are offerend with zero downpayment.   Real estate words and definition CLICK THIS BUTTON For other words and definitions related to real...