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Learning about buying and selling real estate

The ABCs of Real Estate

A glossary of Real Estate Terms. Learn how to "talk the talk" of Real Estate before you buy or sell!

Whether you're a seasoned Seller brushing up or a first-time Buyer dipping your feet in the water, you've probably heard a ton of real estate jargon thrown around during your research and preparation. At Fine New England Living we are committed to cutting through the confusion of the real estate world for our clients. If you ever have any questions about real estate, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us. In the meantime, though, here's a helpful glossary of terms to assist you in your journey.

TERMS

Exclusive Right-to-Sell Listing

The standard contractual listing agreement in which a Seller appoints a broker to sell the property, and agrees to pay a commission to that broker when the property is sold, regardless of whether the Buyer is found by the broker, the owner, another broker, or anyone else.

Executed Contract

A signed contract that establishes a legally enforceable contractual relationship between two or more parties

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