Chapter 14 - Computations and Title Closing Flashcards
Arrears
Paid at the end of the period for which payment is due.
Credit
To be reimbursed for an expense.
Debit
To be charged for an expense.
Level-payment plan
A mortgage in which the monthly payments are a fixed amount (payment does not change) but the amount applied to principal increases each month and the amount applied to interest decreases each month.
Preclosing inspection
A final walk-through with the sales associate to verify that repairs have been completed and that the property is left in good condition.
Principal
The unpaid balance of the debt.
Profit
The amount one makes over and above one’s cost.
Prorate
To divide various debts (charges) and credits between buyer and seller; a proration is a shared expense between the buyer and seller.