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Is an easement included in the area of a property?

Help me understand... what is an easement? Do I own that land? Is an easement included in the area of a property? Can I use it like it's my land? Thanks!

Asked by Jessica | Newberry, FL | 02-06-2023 | 2,060 Views | Terms & Definitions | Updated 3 years ago

What is a real estate broker?

What's a real estate broker? What's the difference between a broker and agent? Is it better to work with a broker?

Asked by Lucretia | Reno, NV | 02-03-2023 | 1,550 Views | Terms & Definitions | Updated 3 years ago

What is title insurance? Should I get it?

What is title insurance? Should I get it?

Asked by Kamari | Fairview, NC | 02-01-2023 | 1,107 Views | Terms & Definitions | Updated 3 years ago

what is an arms length sale in real estate?

What is the definition of an arms length sale? I keep hearing the term but I'm not familiar. Thank you.

Asked by Tamika S | Jupiter, FL | 01-24-2023 | 1,660 Views | Terms & Definitions | Updated 3 years ago

What is the purpose of an escrow?

I don't own a home but hope to this spring. I've heard people talk about escrow, but I have no idea what it is or why I need it. Can you help me?

Asked by Meredith K | Greenwich, CT | 01-20-2023 | 1,863 Views | Terms & Definitions | Updated 3 years ago