Mortgage Glossary

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Office of Comptroller Currency

A federal government regulatory agency that oversees some commercial banks.

Office of Thrift Supervision

A federal government regulatory agency that oversees savings and loans.

Open End Mortgage

A mortgage permitting the mortgagor to borrow additional money under the same mortgage, with certain conditions, usually, as to the assets of the mortgage.

Origination Fee

A fee or charge for work involved in the evaluation, preparation and submission of a proposed mortgage loan.

Owner of Record

The owner of a property that has a deed indicating his ownership that has been recorded at the local municipality.

Owners Policy

Title insurance for the owner of property, rather than a lienholder.