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Definition: As defined in Chapter 475, F.S. property consisting of more than 10 acres, zoned as such. Pronunciation: a-gri-ˈkəl-ch(ə-)rə Used in a Sentence:  The 100-acre farm was zoned as agricult...

Definition: One who is authorized to act on behalf of another. Pronunciation: ā-jənt Used in a Sentence:   You should hire a real estate agent to help you sell your home.

Definition: Express or understood authorization for one person to act for another. Pronunciation: ā-jən(t)-sē Used in a Sentence:  An agency relationship was created when Sue signed a contract with...

Definition: An arrangement in which (a) a person who is in a position to refer business incident to or a part of a real estate settlement service involving a federally related mortgage loan, or an ...

Definition: A sworn statement made in writing under oath or before an authorized official. Pronunciation: a-fə-ˈdā-vət Used in a Sentence: We have a signed affidavit stating that the two men were s...

Definition: A means of gaining title to real property by occupying it in an open and hostile manner contrary to the interests of the owner. Pronunciation: ad-ˈvərs   pə-ze-shən Used in a Sentence: ...

Definition: An intention in opposition to the interest of another party (as, with a buyer and a seller). Pronunciation: ad-ˈvərs Used in a Sentence:   The low counter offer was an adverse interest ...

Definition: A commission or partial payment received by a broker in advance of completing the real estate service. Pronunciation: əd-ˈvan(t)s Used in a Sentence: The seller paid the broker an advan...

Definition: An attorney hired by the Division of Administrative Hearings, Department of Administration, to hear complaints and issue recommended orders. Pronunciation: əd-ˈmi-nə-ˌstrā-tiv Used in a...