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joint tenancy
A form of co-ownership that gives each tenant equal interest and equal rights in
the property, including the right of survivorship.
judgment
A decision made by a court of law. In judgments that require the repayment of a
debt, the court may place a lien against the debtor's real property as
collateral for the judgment's creditor.
judgment lien
A lien on the property of a debtor resulting from the decree of a court.
judicial foreclosure
A type of foreclosure proceeding used in some states that is handled as a civil
lawsuit and conducted entirely under the auspices of a court.
jumbo loan
A loan that exceeds Fannie Mae’s legislated mortgage amount limits. Also
called a nonconforming loan.
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Real Estate Glossary Terms courtesy of 2006 RE/MAX International, Inc.