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. With this in mind, the experts at Commonwealth Land Title Insurance Company have compiled the following glossary 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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Zoning

Laws passed by local governments regulating the size, type, structure, nature and use of land or buildings.