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Real estate is defined as the land and any permanent structures or improvements attached to the land, whether natural or man-made.

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A bird dog is a person who looks for motivated sellers and undervalued properties to pass on to a real estate investor in exchange for a fee.

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In real estate, a short sale is an asking price for a home that is less than the amount that is due on its existing mortgage.