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Joint Ownership Agreement	An agreement made between two or more owners of the same property, defining their rights and responsibilities (e.g. recommended in the case of married owners of property) See Equity sharing
Joint tenancy, or Tenants by the entirety	Ownership of real estate by two or more parties held jointly for life; if one of the owners dies, the survivor(s) inherit the property without reference to the deceased's will
Judgment	A decision or decree made by a court of law
Judgment lien	A claim against the real property of a debtor, as decreed by the court
Jumbo loan, or Non-conforming loan	A loan amount that exceeds the limits set by the Federal National Mortgage Association and the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation; because such loan cannot be funded by these two agencies, it carries a higher interest rate
Junior mortgage, or Secondary mortgage	A mortgage whose claim to repayment is of lesser priority than another, previously recorded mortgage

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Real Estate Tips

Buying Land and New Construction >Buying Property to Build

The ideal piece of land cannot be purchased without due diligence. Say you notice a lot for sale in a suburban area that looks like a perfect place to build your dream home. Buying undeveloped land can provide an opportunity to build a house that will meet your needs, but you will need certain information before you sign on the dotted line.

Most suburban areas have zoning regulations which govern the type of structure that can be erected, the dimensions, and even the material used on the exterior. Historic preservation groups work with builders in many areas to ensure that any new construction fits in with the existing buildings. If you want to build out of the city limits, check the availability of public utility services and the cost of bringing those services to the site. Local planning and zoning boards can provide you with information about proposed development that could change your quiet country lane into a busy street.

It is a good idea to consult an architect and a zoning expert to confirm that your vision will work on the property you have selected.

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Real Estate Trivia

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