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What is the primary purpose of a real estate appraisal?

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To determine the value of a property.

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True or False: A buyer’s agent represents the seller in a real estate transaction.

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False

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Fill in the blank: The legal document that transfers property ownership is called a __________.

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deed

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What does MLS stand for in real estate?

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Multiple Listing Service

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Which of the following is not a type of mortgage? A) Fixed-rate B) Adjustable-rate C) Interest-only D) Variable-rate

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D) Variable-rate

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What is the term for the process of evaluating a property’s value based on comparable sales?

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Comparative Market Analysis (CMA)

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True or False: A lease agreement must always be in writing to be enforceable.

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False

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What is the maximum allowable debt-to-income ratio for most conventional loans?

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43%

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Fill in the blank: An easement allows a person to use someone else’s __________.

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property

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What is the purpose of a home inspection?

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To assess the condition of a property before purchase.

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Which type of ownership allows multiple people to own a property together with equal rights?

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Joint Tenancy

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True or False: A contingent offer means the sale is certain to close.

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False

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What is the primary function of a title company?

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To ensure the title is clear and to facilitate the closing process.

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Which of the following is a common closing cost? A) Appraisal fee B) Home inspection C) Title insurance D) All of the above

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D) All of the above

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What does the term ‘escrow’ refer to?

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A financial arrangement where a third party holds funds until conditions are met.

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Fill in the blank: A __________ provides a legal description of property boundaries.

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survey

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What is the purpose of earnest money in a real estate transaction?

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To demonstrate the buyer’s commitment to purchase.

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True or False: An open listing agreement provides exclusive rights to the agent.

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False

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What is the role of a real estate broker?

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To oversee real estate transactions and agents.

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What term describes a decrease in property value?

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Depreciation

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Fill in the blank: A __________ is a legal claim against a property for unpaid debts.

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What is the difference between ‘real property’ and ‘personal property’?

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Real property refers to land and anything permanently attached, while personal property is movable.

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True or False: A short sale occurs when a property is sold for less than the amount owed on the mortgage.

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What does ‘zoning’ regulate in real estate?

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The use of land and buildings.

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Which of the following is a type of real estate investment? A) REIT B) Mutual Fund C) Bond D) All of the above
A) REIT
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What is the primary benefit of homeownership?
Building equity over time.
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What is the primary purpose of a real estate license?
To legally represent buyers and sellers in real estate transactions.
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True or False: A real estate agent must disclose known defects in a property.
True
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is the document that transfers ownership of real property.
deed
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What does MLS stand for in real estate?
Multiple Listing Service
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Which of the following is not a type of property ownership? A) Sole ownership B) Tenancy in common C) Joint tenancy D) Property management
D) Property management
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What is the term for the right of the government to take private property for public use?
Eminent domain
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True or False: A broker can operate independently without a supervising broker.
False
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What is the purpose of a property appraisal?
To determine the market value of a property.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a legal document that outlines the terms of a mortgage loan.
mortgage agreement
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What does the term 'escrow' refer to in real estate transactions?
A financial arrangement where a third party holds funds until certain conditions are met.
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Which of the following is a common type of financing? A) Conventional loan B) Lease option C) Property swap D) All of the above
A) Conventional loan
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True or False: A real estate agent can represent both the buyer and the seller in the same transaction.
True
39
What is the difference between a fixed-rate mortgage and an adjustable-rate mortgage?
A fixed-rate mortgage has a constant interest rate, while an adjustable-rate mortgage can change over time.
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Fill in the blank: A __________ is a legal claim against a property for unpaid debts.
lien
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What is the purpose of a listing agreement?
To establish the relationship between a seller and a real estate agent.
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What does 'Zoning' refer to?
The regulation of land use by local governments.
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Which of the following is a characteristic of a fiduciary relationship? A) Loyalty B) Disclosure C) Confidentiality D) All of the above
D) All of the above
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True or False: A buyer's market occurs when there are more homes for sale than buyers.
True
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What is the term for the process of preparing a property for sale?
Staging
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is a government program that provides insurance for certain mortgages.
FHA (Federal Housing Administration)
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What is the role of a title company in a real estate transaction?
To ensure that the title to the property is clear and to facilitate the closing process.
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What does 'due diligence' mean in real estate?
The process of investigating a property before completing a transaction.
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True or False: A short sale occurs when a property is sold for less than the amount owed on the mortgage.
True
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What is the purpose of a home inspection?
To assess the condition of a property before purchase.
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Which of the following is a common closing cost? A) Title insurance B) Appraisal fee C) Recording fee D) All of the above
D) All of the above

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