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Bylaws

Definition: The rules that govern the administration of a condominium. Pronunciation: \ˈbī-ˌlȯ\ Used in a Sentence:   The condos bylaws prohibit dogs over 50lbs.
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Buyer’s Market

Definition: The inventory of available properties exceeds the demand. Pronunciation: Used in a Sentence:   We were able to get a better price on the house due to the buyer’s market.
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Buyer Brokerage Agreement

Definition: An employment contract with a buyer. Pronunciation: \ˈbī(-ə)r\ \ˈbrō-k(ə-)rij\ \ə-ˈgrē-mənt\ Used in a Sentence:   The prospective buyer signed a buyer’s brokerage agreement with the ag...
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Business Trust (syndicate)

Definition: A business entity formed by any number of persons who make an investment at a stipulated amount per unit.  The monies collected in this manner are then used to buy, develop and/or sell ...
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Bundle Of Legal Rights

Definition: An ownership theory describing all the legal rights that attach to the ownership of real property, including disposition, enjoyment, exclusion, possession and control. Pronunciation: \ˈ...
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Building Codes

Definition: Government regulations controlling construction practices and materials. Pronunciation: \ˈbil-diŋ\ Used in a Sentence:   The inspector checked to make sure the construction conformed to...
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Buffer Zone

Definition: A strip of land that separates one land use from another. Pronunciation: \ˈbə-fər\ Used in a Sentence:   There was a large buffer zone separating the two houses.
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Broker Associate

Definition: A person who is qualified to be issued a broker’s license but who operates as a sales associate in the employ of another. Pronunciation: \ˈbrō-kər\\ə-ˈsō-shē-ˌāt, -sē-\ Used in a Senten...
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Broker

Definition: A person or business entity licensed by the DBPR to perform services of real estate for others for compensation. Pronunciation: \ˈbrō-kər\ Used in a Sentence:  The broker provided excel...