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Real Estate Law.

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  • Source:
    Salem Press Encyclopedia, 2021. 3p.
  • Subject Terms:
    Real property
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    • Abstract:
      This article is an overview of the laws regarding real estate transactions, or real property law, and the obligations that arise under purchase and sale contracts. Real property means land and things permanently attached to the land such as houses, buildings and other structures. There are numerous federal and state laws affecting real estate transactions, and each state's laws contain significant differences. Specific real estate transactions include purchases, sales and leases, and contract law governs the sale of real estate. This article will focus on laws related to residential property.