Homeownership Pt. 3 Vocabulary

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What does 'urban decay' mean?

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The process by which a city falls into disrepair.

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What does 'assert' mean?

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To state a fact or belief confidently and forcefully.

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What does 'dichotomy' mean?

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A division or contrast between two things.

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What does 'stark' mean?

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Severe or bare in appearance or outline.

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What does 'deferred' mean?

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To put off an action or event to a later time.

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What is the meaning of 'gentrification'?

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The process of renovating and improving a neighborhood so that it conforms to middle-class taste.

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What does 'foreclosure' mean?

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The legal process by which a lender takes possession of a property when the borrower fails to make payments.

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What is 'equity' in terms of homeownership?

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The value of an owner's interest in a property, calculated as the current market value minus any liens.

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What does 'appraisal' mean?

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An assessment of the value of a property, typically conducted by a professional appraiser.

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What is 'mortgage insurance'?

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Insurance that protects the lender in case the borrower defaults on the loan.