Table of Contents:
  • Introduction to real estate. How to use this book ; Definitions of real estate terms ; Fundamentals of real estate law
  • Real estate brokerage. Agency law ; State real estate license law
  • Real estate contracts. Introduction to contracts ; Description of land ; Contracts of sale ; Deeds ; Leases and property management ; Listing and buyer agency agreements ; Other real estate contracts
  • Real estate analysis. Mortgages and finance ; Appraisals ; Appraising income property ; Taxation and assessment ; Real estate investment ; Real estate mathematics and problem solving ; Closing statements
  • Federal law affecting real estate. Fair Housing law ; Truth in Lending Act ; Subdividing, building and development, land use controls, environmental matters
  • Real estate licensing examinations. Exam preparation ; Model examinations.