Provides a short explanation about what escrow does during a home buying/selling transaction

Looks at an example of the real estate appraisal process using the sales comparison approach

Looks at four different types of deeds: General, Specialty Warranty, Bargain and Sale, and Quit Claim

Looks at the major features of a mortgage contract: collateral, principal, interest, taxes, and insurance. Also looks at mortgage points.

Explains the requirements that real estate brokers must follow, besides from having a real estate agent license

Looks at how a title company determines if there are any judgements, liens, boundary issues, and/or ownership issues with a property. Includes section on title insurance, vesting (who is ultimately the owner of the property), and lender's insurance policy

Gives a basic overview of how to sell a home

Gives an overview of the real estate appraisal process

Explains how a mortgage differs from other loans and defines key terms in a mortgage contract: down payment, interest rate, term, amortization, debt, and equity. Also explains how a house could appreciate in value.

Looks at six different steps in the home selling process