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What is the “fair housing act” designed to prevent in real estate transactions?
Discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or familial
status.
What is a “listing agreement” in real e...
Bob Hogue Real Estate Questions and
Answers Already Passed
What is the “fair housing act” designed to prevent in real estate transactions?
✔✔ Discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or familial
status.
What is a “listing agreement” in real estate?
✔✔ A contract between a property owner and a real estate broker authorizing the broker to find a
buyer for the property.
What is a “mortgage contingency” in a real estate purchase contract?
✔✔ A clause that allows the buyer to cancel the contract if they cannot obtain financing.
What does the term “adjustable-rate mortgage” (ARM) mean?
✔✔ A mortgage with an interest rate that can change periodically based on market conditions.
What is the purpose of a “home inspection” in a real estate transaction?
✔✔ To assess the condition of the property and identify any potential issues or repairs needed.
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,What is the role of a “real estate appraiser”?
✔✔ To provide an unbiased estimate of a property’s market value.
What does “principal” refer to in the context of a mortgage loan?
✔✔ The amount of money borrowed or still owed on a mortgage, excluding interest.
What is a “quitclaim deed” used for in real estate transactions?
✔✔ To transfer any interest the grantor has in the property without providing warranties.
What does the term “escrow” mean in real estate?
✔✔ Funds or documents held by a third party until certain conditions are met in the transaction.
What is a “deed of trust”?
✔✔ A document that pledges property as security for a loan and involves a third-party trustee.
What is the “closing process” in a real estate transaction?
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,✔✔ The final step where the property title is transferred from the seller to the buyer and all
financial transactions are completed.
What does the term “amortization” mean?
✔✔ The process of gradually paying off a loan through scheduled payments of principal and
interest.
What is a “property disclosure statement”?
✔✔ A document provided by the seller detailing known issues or defects with the property.
What is a “short sale” in real estate?
✔✔ A sale where the property is sold for less than the amount owed on the mortgage.
What is a “power of attorney” in real estate transactions?
✔✔ A legal document authorizing someone to act on behalf of another person in legal or
financial matters.
What does “title search” involve?
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, ✔✔ Reviewing public records to confirm the property’s ownership and check for any liens or
encumbrances.
What is the purpose of a “real estate broker” in a transaction?
✔✔ To facilitate the buying, selling, or leasing of property and to provide professional advice
and representation.
What is the difference between “gross income” and “net income” in real estate investment?
✔✔ Gross income is the total income generated from a property, while net income is the amount
remaining after deducting operating expenses and other costs.
What is an “exclusive right-to-sell” listing agreement?
✔✔ A contract where the broker is entitled to a commission if the property is sold during the
listing period, regardless of who finds the buyer.
What is a “lease option” in real estate?
✔✔ An agreement that gives a tenant the option to purchase the property after a specified period.
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