1 of 7 photos Round Rock For Sale 5 Beds / 3 Baths
REDUCED $14,900!!! Executive-style beautiful home in Lake Forest. High ceilings with wall of windows. Upgraded with granite; island in kitchen. Gameroom. Large private yard...
1 of 14 photos Austin, Texas For Sale 4 Beds / 4.2 Baths
NEW PRICE! Gorgeous French country estate on +/- 3.7 acres of park like grounds in Westlake - RARE level lot(s). Gated entry adjacent to custom pond leads you down the private tree-lined path to home...
1 of 0 photos Austin, Texas For Sale 2 Beds / 1 Baths
House rewired, plumbed, roofed, and painted within the last 6 months. Living and hall flooring replaced with Armstrong hardwood laminate and vinyl in bathroom. Living/dining eating area...
REDUCED $10,000! Updated and ready to move into! Hardwoods, stainless appliances, granite tile countertops, fresh paint inside and out. Located on a nice, quiet cul-de-sac...
1 of 8 photos Austin, Texas For Sale 5 Beds / 3.5 Baths
Wonderful family home with owner's private boat dock across the street on Lake Austin. Gourmet kitchen with stainless appliances. Longleaf pine floors. Plantation shutters...
Country Living in Hutto. Large 1/2 Acre lot. This home has too many upgrades to mention, Formal Dining and a breakfast area. Flooring, fixtures,countertops,appliances,recent paint...
NEW PRICE! Fantastic home in Travis Country! Spacious floorplan with great windows, 2-story entry,hardwoods, tile, and carpet flooring. Gameroom upstairs. Large master suite with walk-in closet...
1 of 5 photos Round Rock For Sale 4 Beds / 2.5 Baths
Single Family Property, Subdivision: Cat Hollow, County: Williamson, Year Built: 1996, Two story, Central air conditioning, Community swimming pool(s), Fireplace(s), Dining room, Laundry ..
NEW PRICE!!! Owner/agent. Fabulous home in Old Enfield. Two-stories featuring 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, office/study, formal dining, formal living room, family room, and breakfast area...
1 of 1 photos Round Rock For Sale 4 Beds / 2 Baths
Rare single story in great community! Extra clean and ready to go. Wood floors, carpet, designer paint, and large rooms. Huge corner lot w/awesome backyard shaded by oak trees...
1 of 6 photos Austin, Texas For Sale 3 Beds / 2 Baths
Charming updated home with a great open floorplan! Interior painted in 2006. Pergo and tile flooring throughout. Recessed lighting. Stone fireplace. Vaulted ceilings in master suite and living area...
Browse the alphabetical list of real estate terms, or find a
definition for a specific term. The topical list groups terms by steps in the
home buying process.
clear
title A title to property that does not have
liens, defects, or other legal encumbrances.
closing The final procedure in
which documents are signed and recorded and the property is
transferred.
closing
costs Expenses incidental to the sale of real
estate, including loan, title, and appraisal fees. These costs exist in addition
to the price of the property and are paid at closing. Some are one-time expenses
and some are recurring.
closing
statement A document which details the final
financial settlement between a buyer and seller and the costs paid by each
party.
escrow A neutral third party holds documents and money for a real estate
transaction and ensures that all conditions of a sale are met. Also refers to a
special account that a lender uses to hold a borrower's monthly payments on
property taxes and insurance.
possession A buyer officially
takes possession of a house upon signing the closing papers and receiving the
keys.
purchase agreement A document that details the purchase price and conditions of the
transaction.
recorder A public official responsible for keeping record of all real estate
transactions.
title The legal document conferring ownership of a piece of real
estate.
transfer of
ownership Any legal means by which a piece of
real estate changes hands.
transfer
tax An assessment by state or local authorities
at the time a piece of property changes hands.
walk-through A buyer's final
inspection of the home to determine if conditions in the purchase agreement have
been satisfied.
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