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.
jumbo loan
A loan that exceeds Fannie Maes legislated mortgage amount limits. Also called a
nonconforming loan. |