Chapter 1 Flashcards

1
Q

The act of appraisal can be completed by

  • anyone who hangs out a sign.
  • anyone who calls himself an appraiser.
  • anyone with a real estate license.
  • an appraiser following the USPAP standards.
A

an appraiser following the USPAP standards

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2
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One example of a Loan Originator would be a(n)

  • family member.
  • a real estate agent.
  • associate lender.
  • seller who finances more than two homes in a two year period.
A

seller who finances more than two homes in a two year period

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3
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Florida law requires that you be approved by the state for licensure (through registration and application) _________ they can take the State-licensing exam, which is WHY students are asked to apply for licensure
as early as possible while in the course.

  • before
  • after
  • upon finding a broker
  • when
A

before

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4
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Which is the most important issue for a broker acting as a property manager to accomplish?

  • To make sure the building is 100% occupied
  • To keep the tenants happy and satisfied
  • To budget and keep cost down
  • To get maximum income in while preserving the value of the investment
A

To get maximum income in while preserving the value of the investment

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5
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Which would NOT usually be involved in financing real estate?

  • A mortgage banker
  • A mortgage broker
  • A savings and loan
  • A real estate broker
A

A real estate broker

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6
Q

The practice of a real estate sales associate specializing in a certain geographic area is called

  • farming.
  • prospecting.
  • soliciting.
  • advertising.
A

farming

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7
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It is unethical for an appraiser to accept compensation for performing an assignment when it is contingent upon:

  • the appraiser having a real estate license.
  • the requirement for a certain type of loan.
  • the reporting of a pre-determined result.
  • when the appraiser is asked for more comparables by the underwriter.
A

the reporting of a pre-determined result

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8
Q

Agriculture property in Florida is property that

  • has many buildings on it.
  • has fewer than 10 acres.
  • has fewer than 5 acres.
  • has more than 10 acres.
A

has more than 10 acres

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9
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Local communities regulate real estate by

  • buying and selling land themselves.
  • creating zoning laws.
  • annexing nearby towns.
  • taxing animals.
A

creating zoning laws

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10
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Services that a property manager must perform for the owner are listed in

  • a sales contract.
  • a listing contract.
  • a uniform management code.
  • a property management agreement
A

a property management agreement

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11
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Which statement is TRUE?

  • The real estate industry makes up about 25% of the nation’s economy.
  • Real estate affects only real estate professionals, buyers, and sellers.
  • Real estate only has one direction: buying and selling.
  • The real estate industry is not regulated.
A

The real estate industry makes up about 25% of the nation’s economy.

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12
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A home that is specially built for a buyer, using his/her blueprints is called

  • a custom home.
  • a tract home.
  • a spec home.
  • an original home.
A

a custom home

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13
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The duties of a property manager include all EXCEPT

  • selling the property.
  • advertising the property.
  • maintaining the property in good repair.
  • budgeting expenses for the property.
A

selling the property

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14
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Having a membership in The National Association of REALTORS ® (NAR), Florida Association of REALTORS ® (FAR), and the local Board (association) of REALTORS ®

  • is required in order to hold a Florida Real Estate license.
  • is required in order to hold a Florida Appraiser’s license.
  • has nothing to do with obtaining or maintaining a real estate license.
  • is required for anyone wanting to buy or sell real estate.
A

has nothing to do with obtaining or maintaining a real estate license.

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15
Q

Dedication most nearly means

  • concern for others.
  • public health issues.
  • giving private land for public use.
  • donating a hospital to a private charity.
A

giving private land for public use

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16
Q

In Florida there is a demand for property management services due to the large amount of

  • waterfront properties.
  • theme parks.
  • absentee owners.
  • residents who own condominiums.
A

absentee owners

17
Q

Why does a real estate professional need a license?

  • He has specific information to be able to show a house.
  • He has specific information to lease a house.
  • He has expert information on real estate that an average layperson does not have.
  • He does not need a license; he can sell and list whenever he wants.
A

He has expert information on real estate that an average layperson does not have.

18
Q

Which is NOT commonly an area of federal government interference in real property?

  • Federal Fair Housing Act
  • RESPA
  • National Parks
  • Zoning laws
A

Zoning laws

19
Q

Putting together two or more parcels of land to make a large piece is called

  • subdivision.
  • assemblage.
  • financial plan.
  • incentive.
A

assemblage