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Glossary of Real Estate Terms

The language of real estate is like that of other industries. Some words and phrases may seem foreign, others are ones that you hear every day. Following is a glossary that hopefully will allow you to better understand the real estate transactions with which you are involved.

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  1. Harold A. Allen Company
  2. Hereditaments
  3. Homeowners Insurance
  4. HUD (Department of Housing and Urban Development)
  1. Harold A. Allen Company

    The proven leader in real estate in the South Puget Sound area since 1940.

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  2. Hereditaments

    Any and all kinds of estates, interest and rights in real estate that can be inherited.

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  3. Homeowners Insurance

    Real estate insurance protecting against loss caused by fire, some natural causes, vandalism, etc., depending on the terms of the policy. Also includes coverage such as personal liability and theft away from home.

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  4. HUD (Department of Housing and Urban Development)

    The federal department responsible for the major housing programs in the United States.

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