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Today's Terms
Earnest money
Definition:
Money put down by a potential buyer to show that he or she is serious about purchasing the home; it becomes part of the down payment if the offer is accepted, is returned if the offer is rejected, or is forfeited if the buyer pulls out of the deal.
Lease purchase
Definition:
Assists low- to moderate-income homebuyers in purchasing a home by allowing them to lease a home with an option to buy; the rent payment is made up of the monthly rental payment plus an additional amount that is credited to an account for use as a down payment.
Homeowner's insurance
Definition:
An insurance policy that .combines protection against damage to a dwelling and Is contents with protection against claims of negligence or inappropriate action that result in someone's injury or property damage.
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