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Cap

   A limit, such as that placed on an adjustable rate mortgage, on how much a monthly payment or interest rate can increase or decrease.

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Rate
Percentage a borrower pays for the use of money, usually expressed as an annual percentage.

Mortgage
A legal document pledging property as security for the payment of a loan.

Interest
Money paid to a lender as compensation for money that is borrowed.



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Can lights
Cylindrical chambers with bulbs recessed into the ceiling.

Canceling escrow
Providing written notification that an escrow is to be terminated.

Cancellation clause
A provision in a contract (e.g., lease) that confers the ability of one in the lease to terminate the party's obligations.

Canopy
A hood or cover usually over a cook top or open fire

Cantilever
A projecting structure supported on one end, such as a balcony.

Cap

Cap and collar mortgage
Not only is a maximum rate of interest set but a minimum rate too.

Capacity of parties
The legal ability of people or organizations to enter into a valid contract.

Cape Cod style
A wood-frame or shingled house with a steep roof and several windows projecting from the second floor.

Capital
Accumulated wealth.

Capital appreciation
The change in market value of a property or portfolio adjusted for capital improvements and partial sales.

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