Housing Expense Ratio

Housing Expense Ratio

Housing Expense Ratio The percentage of your gross monthly income that goes toward paying for your housing expenses.   Real estate words and definition CLICK THIS BUTTON For other words and definitions related to real estate auctions CLICK THIS BUTTON For all...
Homeowner’s Warranty (HOW)

Homeowner’s Warranty (HOW)

Homeowner’s Warranty (HOW) Insurance offered by a seller that covers certain home repairs and fixtures for a specified period of time.   Real estate words and definition CLICK THIS BUTTON For other words and definitions related to real estate auctions CLICK THIS...
Homeowner’s Insurance

Homeowner’s Insurance

Homeowner’s Insurance A policy that protects you and the lender from fire or flood, which damages the structure of the house; a liability, such as an injury to a visitor to your home; or damage to your personal property, such as your furniture, clothes or appliances....
Home Inspection

Home Inspection

Home Inspection A professional inspection of a home to determine the condition of the property. The inspection should include an evaluation of the plumbing, heating and cooling systems, roof, wiring, foundation and pest infestation.   Real estate words and...
Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)

Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)

Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) A type of revolving loan, that enables a home owner to obtain multiple advances of the loan proceeds at his or her own discretion, up to an amount that represents a specified percentage of the borrower’s equity in the property....
Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM)

Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM)

Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) A special type of mortgage developed and insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) that enables older home owners to convert the equity they have in their homes into cash, using a variety of payment options to address...