Credit union Nonprofit cooperative organizations that provide banking and financial services, including mortgages, home improvement loans and home equity loans, to their members. The strengthening of a structure by bracing cross members between beams. A street or alley that is closed at one end. Cupola A dome-like structure that sits on top of a roof. Curable defect A deficiency in a property that is easy or inexpensive to fix, such as chipping paint.
Curb appeal The first impression of a house as seen from the street.
An exterior wall that encloses a yard or other area but does not provide any structural support to a home. A builder who constructs a home or building based on plans created by the owner. A structure designed by an architect hired by the owner. For questions, comments and feedback, go to Real Estate Help . All Rights Reserved.