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Today's Terms
Amenity
Definition:
A feature of the home or property that serves as a benefit to the buyer but that is not necessary to its use; may be natural (like location, Woods, water) or man-made (like a swimming pool or garden).
Mortgage insurance
Definition:
A policy that protects lenders against some or most of the losses that can occur when a borrower defaults on a mortgage loan; mortgage insurance is required primarily for borrowers with a down payment of less than 20% of the home's purchase price.
Default
Definition:
The inability to pay monthly mortgage payments in a timely manner or to otherwise meet the mortgage terms.
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