Depreciation

In real estate, Depreciation refers to the loss in value of a property over time due to factors such as physical wear and tear, aging, functional obsolescence (outdated design or features), or economic obsolescence caused by external influences like neighborhood...

Depreciable Life

In real estate, Depreciable Life is a tax term that refers to the period of time over which a property or asset is allowed to be depreciated for income tax purposes. It represents the number of years the IRS assigns to an asset to recover its cost through annual...

Delivery (of a deed)

In real estate, Delivery refers to the legal act by which a deed is transferred from the grantor to the grantee with the intent to convey ownership of the property. Delivery does not require physical possession of the property itself; rather, it focuses on the...

Deficiency Judgment

In real estate, a Deficiency Judgment is a court-ordered judgment against a borrower when the proceeds from the sale of a foreclosed property are not sufficient to fully satisfy the outstanding loan balance. After the property is sold (typically at a foreclosure sale)...

Deferred Maintenance

In real estate, Deferred Maintenance refers to repairs and upkeep that have been postponed or neglected over time, resulting in a property that is not in optimal condition. This can include routine maintenance items (such as roof repairs, painting, HVAC servicing, or...