1. What is a 'Fixture′ in real estate terms?
A. A temporary structure on a property.
B. An item of personal property.
C. An item permanently attached to real property.
D. A type of insurance policy.
2. Which of these is NOT a common type of commercial real estate?
A. Apartment buildings
B. Office buildings
C. Retail spaces
D. Industrial warehouses
3. The term 'Leasehold′ refers to:
A. Owning property outright.
B. Renting property for a fixed period.
C. A type of mortgage.
D. Property located in a rural area.
4. The term 'Amortization′ is MOST related to:
A. Property valuation.
B. Loan repayment.
C. Property inspection.
D. Rental agreements.
5. What does 'Square Footage′ measure in real estate?
A. The age of the building.
B. The size of the property′s land.
C. The livable area within a building.
D. The property tax rate.
6. Which term BEST describes the process of estimating the market value of a property?
A. Depreciation
B. Appraisal
C. Amortization
D. Valuation
7. What does 'Loan-to-Value (LTV)′ ratio represent?
A. The total loan amount.
B. The value of the property.
C. The ratio of the loan amount to the appraised value of the property.
D. The interest rate on the loan.
8. In real estate, 'Due Diligence′ primarily refers to:
A. The initial offer price.
B. The process of thoroughly investigating a property before purchase.
C. The final closing documents.
D. Marketing strategies for selling a property.
9. What is the purpose of 'Zoning Regulations′?
A. To set property taxes.
B. To control how land can be used in specific areas.
C. To regulate building materials.
D. To manage property insurance rates.
10. What is a 'Contingency′ clause in a real estate contract?
A. A mandatory fee.
B. A condition that must be met for the contract to be binding.
C. A penalty for early termination of the contract.
D. A clause related to property insurance.
11. What is meant by 'Fair Housing′ in real estate?
A. Housing prices that are affordable.
B. Equal opportunity in housing, prohibiting discrimination.
C. Housing located in areas with good schools.
D. Newly constructed housing.
12. Which of the following is NOT typically considered 'Real Property′?
A. Land
B. Buildings
C. Furniture
D. Mineral rights
13. Which document TRANSFERS ownership of real property from seller to buyer?
A. Mortgage
B. Lease Agreement
C. Deed
D. Appraisal Report
14. What is a 'Comparative Market Analysis (CMA)′ used for?
A. Detailed structural inspection.
B. Estimating a property′s market value by comparing it to similar sold properties.
C. Legal review of property documents.
D. Calculating property taxes.
15. What is the significance of 'Location, Location, Location′ in real estate?
A. It refers to the interior design of a property.
B. It highlights the importance of property maintenance.
C. It emphasizes that location is a primary factor influencing property value.
D. It is related to the building materials used in construction.
16. What is the difference between 'Net Operating Income (NOI)′ and 'Gross Income′?
A. NOI includes mortgage payments, while Gross Income does not.
B. Gross Income includes operating expenses, while NOI does not.
C. NOI is Gross Income minus operating expenses.
D. There is no difference between NOI and Gross Income.
17. In real estate, 'Capital Gains Tax′ is typically levied on:
A. Rental income.
B. Property taxes.
C. Profit from selling a property.
D. Mortgage interest.
18. What is the role of a 'Real Estate Agent′ in a property transaction?
A. To provide legal advice.
B. To conduct property appraisals.
C. To facilitate the buying and selling of properties on behalf of clients.
D. To finance property purchases.
19. Which professional is responsible for conducting a 'Home Inspection′?
A. Real Estate Appraiser
B. Home Inspector
C. Real Estate Agent
D. Mortgage Broker
20. What is 'Title Insurance′ designed to protect against?
A. Damage to the property from natural disasters.
B. Financial loss due to defects in the property title.
C. Liability for accidents on the property.
D. Loss of rental income.
21. In real estate finance, 'Points′ typically refer to:
A. Property tax installments.
B. Prepaid interest paid to reduce the interest rate on a mortgage.
C. Insurance premiums.
D. Closing costs.
22. Which of the following BEST describes 'Real Estate Brokerage′?
A. Construction of new buildings.
B. The business of bringing buyers and sellers together in real estate transactions.
C. Property valuation and appraisal services.
D. Management of apartment complexes.
23. What is the purpose of 'Escrow′ in a real estate transaction?
A. To provide financing for the buyer.
B. To hold funds and documents securely until all conditions are met.
C. To market the property for sale.
D. To conduct property inspections.
24. What does 'ROI′ stand for in real estate investment?
A. Rate of Increase
B. Return on Investment
C. Real Opportunity Index
D. Risk of Investment
25. Which term refers to the decrease in value of a property over time?
A. Appreciation
B. Depreciation
C. Inflation
D. Leverage
26. Which term describes the legal right to cross someone else′s property for a specific purpose?
A. Easement
B. Encroachment
C. Lien
D. Zoning variance
27. What is the meaning of 'As-is′ condition in a property sale?
A. The property is newly built.
B. The property is sold in its current condition, with no warranties or repairs from the seller.
C. The property is sold fully furnished.
D. The property is sold at a discounted price.
28. What does 'Gross Rent Multiplier (GRM)′ help investors estimate?
A. Operating expenses.
B. Property taxes.
C. Property value based on gross rental income.
D. Maintenance costs.
29. What is the purpose of a 'Property Survey′?
A. To assess the structural integrity of a building.
B. To determine the property boundaries and identify encroachments.
C. To estimate the market value of a property.
D. To check for pest infestations.
30. Which of these is MOST closely associated with 'Property Management′?
A. Designing buildings.
B. Overseeing the daily operations of rental properties.
C. Selling commercial real estate.
D. Conducting property appraisals.
