Highly practical in focus, this new edition continues to be one of the most current texts-- now completely updated to include expanded coverage of institutional and non-institutional lenders, a variety of mortgage instruments, customary buyer and seller closing costs, Internet-related resources, and much more. Each chapter is self-contained allowing users to address topics of immediate interest and application. Many individuals found the complete glossary and section on the use and application of the financial calculator to solve real estate math problems to be most beneficial.