Glossary of Terms – E
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Encumbrance:
See Charge.
Equity:
The difference between the price for which a property could be sold and the total debts registered against it.
Equity return:
The percentage ratio between your equity in the property and the total of cash flow plus mortgage principal reduction.
Escrow:
The holding of a deed or contract by a third party until fulfillment of certain stipulated conditions between the contracting parties.Estate:
The title or interest one has in property such as real estate and personal property that can, if desired, be passed on to survivors at the time of one’s death.
