chicago real estate glossary


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Negative Amortization:
An increase in the balance of a loan caused by adding unpaid interest to the loan balance; this occurs when the payment does not cover the interest due.

Net Monthly Income:
Your take-home pay after taxes. It is the amount of money that you actually receive in your paycheck.

Net Worth:
The value of a company or individual's assets, including cash, less total liabilities.

Nonliquid Asset:
An asset that cannot easily be converted into cash.

Note:
A written promise to pay a specified amount under the agreed upon conditions.

Note Rate:
The interest rate stated on a mortgage note, or other loan agreement.

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