by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 6, 2026 | K-O, PropertyPedia
In real estate and law, notice refers to knowledge or information that affects a person’s rights or responsibilities with respect to property or a transaction. Notice may arise in several different forms, each with distinct legal significance. Actual notice is express...
by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 6, 2026 | K-O, PropertyPedia
In real estate finance, a note is a written, unilateral agreement in which the signer makes an express and unconditional promise to pay a named person or entity a definite sum of money. The note specifies the amount owed, the repayment terms, and the date or schedule...
by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 6, 2026 | K-O, PropertyPedia
In real estate transactions, a notary public is a public officer appointed by the state who is authorized to witness the execution of legal documents. The notary verifies the identity of the persons signing the documents and confirms that the signatures are made...
by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 6, 2026 | K-O, PropertyPedia
In real estate finance, a non-recurring expense is a cost that is not expected to occur on a regular or ongoing basis. It arises from unusual or extraordinary events rather than normal property operations. Examples of non-recurring expenses include costs resulting...
by Ethan Atkinson | Feb 6, 2026 | K-O, PropertyPedia
In real estate finance, a non recourse loan is a loan in which the lender’s only security for repayment is the property pledged as collateral. If the borrower defaults, the lender may take possession of the property but cannot seek a deficiency judgment against the...