Free Real Estate Vocabulary Flashcards

A short rafter, used in a hip roof or valley roof, or to simulate a rafter which extends beyond the exterior walls.

A hanging ladder, made with wooden steps and sides of rope.

Fixed or adjustable horizontal slats, used in doors, windows, shutters, etc., to keep out sun and rain, while letting in light and air.

The vertical lining of an opening, such as a doorway, fireplace, window, etc.

One who is hired to take care of a building. Generally associated with cleaning, locking up after closing, and minor repair.

A structure built of inferior and inexpensive materials. Poorly built.

(1) A pier or other structure (usually of stones), built out into a body of water to hinder the currents and so protect a harbor. (2) A part of a building which projects out beyond the exterior walls, such as an overhanging second story, a balcony, etc.

Joining together in some legal proceeding.

(1) Meaning two or more, such as joint tenants, joint adventurers, etc. (2) The point of union or connection of two members, whether pipes, boards, or other members.

A combining by two or more persons of their property, skill, efforts, etc., for a specific business purpose. Single purpose partnerships are now most commonly used and are based on the same idea of the single purpose business venture.

Allowing the plaintiff to sue one defendant (sever that one from the others) for the entire amount of damages, as well as the ability to sue more than one or all defendants (joint).

An appraisal by more than one appraiser, but one which states common conclusions of all.