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Today's Terms
Earnest money
Definition:
Money put down by a potential buyer to show that he or she is serious about purchasing the home; it becomes part of the down payment if the offer is accepted, is returned if the offer is rejected, or is forfeited if the buyer pulls out of the deal.
HUD1 Statement
Definition:
Also known as the "settlement sheet," it itemizes all closing costs; must be given to the borrower at or before closing.
Freddie Mac
Definition:
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (FHLM); a federally-chartered corporation that purchases residential mortgages, securitizes them, and sells them to investors; this provides lenders With funds for new homebuyers.
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