Definition
The upfront cash a buyer pays toward a property purchase, with the remainder financed by a mortgage. Typically 5–20% of the purchase price.
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Mortgage
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Closing Costs
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Escrow
A neutral third-party account that holds funds or documents during a real estate…
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Deed
The legal document that transfers ownership of real property from seller to buye…
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