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Balloon Mortgage

A mortgage that typically offers low rates for an initial period of time (usually 5, 7, or 10) years; after that time period elapses, the balance is due or is refinanced by the borrower.



Bankruptcy

A federal law whereby a person's assets are turned over to a trustee and used to pay off outstanding debts; this usually occurs when someone owes more than they have the ability to repay


Borrower

A person who has been approved to receive a loan and is then obligated to repay it and any additional fees according to the loan terms.