Real Estate Finance
/ˌriːəl ɪˈsteɪt ˈfaɪnæns/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal practice and methods relating to financing the purchase, development, or investment in real property.
The lawyer specialized in real estate finance to help secure loans for property acquisitions.
- (n.) The body of law governing mortgages, liens, and other obligations related to real property financing.
Real estate finance law regulates mortgage documentation and foreclosure procedures.
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- real estate finance
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Commentary
Real estate finance encompasses both transactional practices and the legal frameworks that enable property-related lending; precise drafting is critical to address security interests and borrower obligations.
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