Exam 1: Definitions Exam 9 Flashcards
Part 9
Which notice is of importance in filing a mechanic's lien? A) Notice of Completion B) All of these C) Notice of Nonresponsibility D) Notice of Cessation of Labor
All of these
"Et al" means A) and wife. B) and others. C) the end. D) without recourse.
and others.
Rescind most nearly means A) annul. B) rewrite. C) reject. D) terminate.
annul.
A landlord and tenant mutually agree to terminate a lease. This is often referred to as A) release. B) rescission. C) abandonment. D) surrender.
surrender.
An owner of a small investment company advertised and sold properties for a commission. In his advertisements he did not indicate that he was a licensee, and in fact, he was not. He also made false statements in his advertising. Since he failed to disclose material facts, who would prosecute this person? A) Local law agencies B) District attorney C) Real estate commissioner D) Attorney general
Local law agencies
The amount an appraiser charges for an appraisal is established by the A) agreement between the appraiser and the client. B) real estate commissioner. C) Office of Real Estate Appraisers. D) Federal Housing Authority.
agreement between the appraiser and the client.
A commercial acre is BEST defined as A) an acre zoned for commercial purposes. B) an acre after deductions for streets and alleys. C) any parcel of 43,560 square feet. D) any acre located outside of "R" zoning
an acre after deductions for streets and alleys.
An investor purchased an apartment building with a very small down payment and was able to secure financing for the balance. A year later, he sold the property for profit with no increase in his investment. This is an example of A) appreciation. B) leverage. C) inflation. D) debt reduction.
leverage
The federal Fair Housing Law was enacted for the purpose of
A)
equal but separate housing within the states.
B)
providing fair housing opportunity for all persons throughout the United States.
C)
elimination of prejudice throughout the United States.
D)
providing fair housing for minority groups.
providing fair housing opportunity for all persons throughout the United States.
The BEST definition of capitalization is
A)
the result of dividing net income by a percentage rate of return to determine value.
B)
the relationship between value and net worth.
C)
the minimum rate of return on an investment.
D)
the highest rate of return on an investment.
the result of dividing net income by a percentage rate of return to determine value.
What essential element is necessary between a broker and a principal when dealing with the title, right, or interest in real property?
A)
The rights of commission between the parties are established
B)
Broker has the right to accept a deposit
C)
Broker has the right to draw up a purchase offer
D)
Written contract of employment
Written contract of employment
The date of priority of a mechanic's lien on any construction project is the date of A) acceptance by owner. B) completion of construction. C) occupation by owner. D) commencement of construction
commencement of construction.
The effective delivery of a deed under law is dependent upon A) intention of grantor. B) grantee having knowledge of its existence. C) acknowledgment by the grantor. D) recordation.
intention of grantor.
All of these are necessary for the creation of an agency agreement EXCEPT A) fiduciary relationship. B) consideration. C) competency of the seller. D) mutual agreement of the parties.
consideration
What is the BEST definition of company dollar with regard to a real estate office? A) Office expenses B) Gross income minus operating expenses C) Gross income minus commissions D) Cost to set up the business for a specific length of time
Gross income minus commissions
A real estate licensee went into a neighborhood and attempted to solicit a listing by stating to the property owner that "non-whites" would be moving into the neighborhood and that property values would thereby go down. Such conduct would be considered all of these things EXCEPT A) panic selling. B) blockbusting. C) illegal conduct. D) legal but unethical.
legal but unethical.
e capitalization rate in the valuation of income property would LEAST likely provide for A) return of investment. B) depreciation. C) return on investment. D) taxes.
taxes
A contract signed under duress would be A) void. B) illegal. C) unenforceable. D) voidable.
voidable
Truth-in-Lending regulations with regard to real estate advertising would apply to all of the following EXCEPT
A)
a homeowner who is advertising his own home for purchase subject to the existing mortgage.
B)
a financing institution advertising to promote consumer credit.
C)
a homeowner advertising that his loan is capable of being assumed under certain terms.
D)
a broker advertising a piece of property with an APR.
a homeowner who is advertising his own home for purchase subject to the existing mortgage.
How much can a lender legally charge a borrower for the preparation of the Closing Disclosure form? A) $25 B) 1% C) ½ of 1% D) Nothing
Nothing
What is the minimum number of days in advance that radio and television advertising, contract forms, letters or cards, and other material used in obtaining advance fee agreements must be submitted to the commissioner for approval? A) 10 days B) 7 days C) 14 days D) 5 days
10 days
A broker negotiated a loan for a client. The beneficiary did not specifically instruct the broker to record. The broker is obligated to record A) within 10 days of the date funds are disbursed. B) immediately after funds are disbursed. C) before funds are disbursed. D) at same time funds are disbursed.
before funds are disbursed.
In real estate the word tenancy means A) a mode of holding ownership by a tenant or title holder. B) a tenacious person. C) two or more people joined in an enterprise. D) a device.
a mode of holding ownership by a tenant or title holder.
An agent may collect a commission for a negotiated sale after the term of the listing contract expired if
A)
there is an alienation clause.
B)
the agent sues the principal for liquidated damages.
C)
the contract contains a protection period clause.
D)
the agent signs a release clause.
the contract contains a protection period clause.