Title Search

Title Search

Title Search A check of the public records to ensure that the seller is the legal owner of the property and to identify any liens or claims against the property.   Real estate words and definition CLICK THIS BUTTON For other words and definitions related to real...
Title Insurance

Title Insurance

Title Insurance  Insurance that protects lenders and homeowners against legal problems with the title.   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,...
Title

Title

Title The right to, and the ownership of, property. A title or deed is sometimes used as proof of ownership of land.   Real estate words and definition CLICK THIS BUTTON For other words and definitions related to real estate auctions CLICK THIS BUTTON For all...
Third-Party Origination

Third-Party Origination

Third-Party Origination A process by which a lender uses another party to completely or partially originate, process, underwrite, close, fund, or package a mortgage loan. See also “Mortgage Broker.”   Real estate words and definition CLICK THIS BUTTON For other...
Termite Inspection

Termite Inspection

Termite Inspection An inspection to determine whether a property has termite infestation or termite damage. In many parts of the country, a home must be inspected for termites before it can be sold.   Real estate words and definition CLICK THIS BUTTON For other...
Taxes and Insurance

Taxes and Insurance

Taxes and Insurance Funds collected as part of the borrower’s monthly payment and held in escrow for the payment of the borrower’s, or funds paid by the borrower for, state and local property taxes and insurance premiums.   Real estate words and definition CLICK...