An in-depth look into fair market value, assessment and the newest tax laws in California.
Case in point: Does the price paid at a trustee’s foreclosure sale establish a property’s fair market value (FMV)?
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Real Estate Finance
Develop your understanding of the relationship between mortgage holders and owners through a review of notes, trust deeds, and their provisions and foreclosure procedures.
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Recent updates to the course e-book
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