Terms Defined

The Real Estate Industry has its own unique language and, without some knowledge of this language, you may find yourself a bit confused if you become involved in a real estate transaction. Wayne County Title Agency, Inc. has compiled the following Definition of Terms commonly used in the real estate industry. Whether you are entering the real estate market for the first time or have invested in it before, this handy reference will provide an understanding of basic real estate words and phrases.

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Negative Amortization

Occurs where monthly installment payments are insufficient to pay the interest accruing on the principal balance, so the unpaid interest must be added to the principal due.

Notary Public

One who is authorized by the state or federal government, to administer oaths, and to attest to the authenticity of signatures.

Note

A written promise to pay a certain amount of money, at a certain time, or in a certain number of installments. It usually provides for payment of interest and its payment is at times secured by a mortgage. Can also be called a promissory note.