Illinois Real Estate: Principles and Practices » (4th Edition)

Tim Rice graduated from Realtors Institute, Illinois Association of Realtors. He has had his Real Estate License since 1977. Additionally, Tim is a licensed instructor, and a Certified General Appraiser. Tim received the Illinois Real Estate Educator of the Year in 1995.

Prepare for the Illinois Real Estate License Exam with confidence. This new fourth edition is readable, integrated, user-friendly and meets all requirements for pre-licensing in Illinois. The comprehensive treatment provides appropriate information and guidance for passing the state-licensing exam. AMP-style Questions: Allowing users to keep up with the state test. Environmental Issues: Prepares users for the latest issues and topics on the state exam. Companion Web Site: Keeps the material up-to-date. Internet Resources: Each chapter has been expanded with more references to Internet resources specific to topics being covered. Putting It to Work: These real-world applications found throughout each chapter have been completely updated and expanded to fully prepare students for success in a real estate career. Support Web Site: Instructional resources can be found on www.rice.swlearning.com along with additional tools on www.tim-rice.com where you can find checklists on how to get an Illinois salesperson or broker license, business registration certificate, appraisal license, mortgage originator license, etc.

1. Basic Real Estate Concepts.
2.Property Ownership and Interests.
3.Encumbrances, Government Restrictions and Appurtenances.
4.Brokerage and Agency.
5.Real Estate Contracts.
6.Transfer of Title to Real Property.
7.Real Estate Finance Principles.
8.Real Estate Finance Practices.
9.Closing Real Estate Transactions.
10.Property Valuation.
11.Land Use Controls.
12.Fair Housing.
13.Landlord and Tenant (Leasehold Estates).
14.Property Management and Insurance.
15.Federal Income Taxation of Real Estate.
16.Illinois Real Estate License Act of
2000.17. Real Estate Math.

Appendix A: Basic House Construction.

Appendix B: A Guide to Common Real Estate Environmental Hazards.

Appendix C: Diagnostic Test.

Appendix D: Preparing for Your Real Estate Exam.

Appendix E: Salesperson Practice Exam.

Appendix F: Broker Practice Exam. Answer Key. Glossary.
Index.