This dictionary is a must for anyone directly or indirectly involved in real estate, securities, and syndications - especially those preparing for real estate and securities exams. This comprehensive guide serves as a source of practical knowledge of the terminology and practice relating to definitions of frequently used technical expressions, terms and phrases and "jargon" words. It is written in a manner to make it interesting and understandable, with a novelty characteristic due to the fact that each term has been illustrated in cartoon fashion to emphasize the technical aspect. For those wanting to know more about real estate law, contracts, brokerage, finance, leasing, appraising, fair housing, truth in lending, ethics, investments, and other areas of specific interest in this complex industry. The person who is only considering purchasing or selling a home will find will find this dictionary provides a better understanding of the transactions and will help avoid misunderstandings that can be costly in terms of time as well as money. Over 1,000 illustrated terms noted.