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In real estate law, public records are official records maintained by government agencies that provide information relating to land and property interests. By law, these records impart constructive notice of matters affecting title or use of real property. Public...

In real estate and housing policy, public housing refers to residential developments that are owned, operated, or subsidized by government entities. These projects are typically intended to provide safe and affordable housing for low income individuals and families....

In real estate and investment practice, a prospectus is a written brochure or document prepared to provide prospective investors with detailed information about an investment offering. It outlines the essential facts needed to evaluate the opportunity. A prospectus...

In real estate transactions, proration is the process of dividing expenses and income related to property ownership between the buyer and seller. Items commonly prorated include property taxes, insurance premiums, rent, and similar charges. Proration is calculated...

In real estate and legal usage, property refers to everything that is capable of being owned and lawfully acquired. It encompasses not only the physical object itself but also the rights associated with ownership. These rights include the ability to use, possess,...

In real estate finance, a promissory note is a written agreement in which a borrower promises to repay a loan according to specified terms. It is executed after a loan commitment has been made and sets forth the amount borrowed, interest rate, repayment schedule, and...

In real estate appraisal, the principle of progression states that the value of a lesser valued property tends to increase when it is located among or near higher valued properties. The surrounding properties exert a positive influence on the lower valued residence....

In real estate brokerage, procuring cause refers to the actions of a broker or agent that initiate an unbroken chain of events leading to the successful sale of a property. It is the cause that produces a ready, willing, and able buyer who agrees to the seller’s price...

In real estate law, priority of lien refers to the ranking or order in which multiple liens against the same property are given legal precedence. This order determines which lienholders have superior rights to the property or its proceeds. Priority is usually...

In real estate law, a prior lien is a lien that has priority over other liens against the same property. It is considered senior or superior in rank, meaning it has the first claim on the property or its proceeds. The priority of a lien is typically determined by the...