by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 4, 2026 | A-E, PropertyPedia, Real Estate
In real estate, Equitable Ownership refers to the rights of a person who has a beneficial interest in a property but does not yet hold legal title. This commonly occurs when a buyer, such as a vendee under a land sales contract, has the right to obtain legal title...
by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 4, 2026 | A-E, PropertyPedia, Real Estate
In real estate and lending, Equal Credit Opportunity refers to the protections established by the federal Equal Credit Opportunity Act, which prohibits lenders from discriminating against credit applicants based on certain personal characteristics. These include sex,...
by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 4, 2026 | A-E, PropertyPedia, Real Estate
In real estate and financial transactions, Endorsement is the act of signing one’s name on the back of a check or promissory note to transfer or guarantee the instrument. An endorsement may be made with or without additional wording that limits or clarifies the...
by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 4, 2026 | A-E, PropertyPedia, Real Estate
In real estate, an Encroachment occurs when a structure or improvement extends onto or over the property of another without legal authorization. Common examples include walls, fences, driveways, or portions of buildings that cross a property boundary. Encroachments...
by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 4, 2026 | A-E, PropertyPedia, Real Estate
In real estate law, Eminent Domain is the power of a government entity to acquire private property for public use through a legal process known as condemnation. Public uses may include roads, schools, utilities, or other projects intended to benefit the community as a...
