Commercial Glossary: N

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Negative Amortization: When payments are insufficient to cover the interest and principle due, the remainder is added back to the principle and the principle balance actually increases over time.

Net Cash Flow: This is the net cash a business earns after taxes, expenses and any debt payments are made.

Non-Conforming Loan: A loan that doesn’t conform to guidelines set by FNMA or FHLMC. Also referred to sub prime or BCD loans.

Notary Public: One authorized to notarize documents and confirm the identities of the signing parties and make oaths and certifies documents.

Note: See Mortgage Note. This document is loan agreement that obligates the borrower to repay a debt the lender with a specified interest rate and within a specified time.

Notice of Default: A formal notice informing a borrower that their mortgage or loan is in default and legal action could take place.

Notice of Pre-lien: A notification that materials or services are being provided by real property and if they are not paid for a lien will be placed on the real property.

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