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Boost your exam readiness with our curated collection of expert tips and core concepts. Designed to simplify complex topics, these short videos provide the clarity and confidence you need to prepare for test day.

Joint Tenancy vs. Tenancy in Common | Real Estate Exam Prep Tip 

Struggling with real estate licensing exam prep? In this video, Jeni VanOrum from Kaplan Real Estate Education breaks down one of the most commonly tested real estate concepts: Joint Tenancy vs. Tenancy in Common. Learn the key differences and the simple "One-Question Trick" to help you choose the right answer on exam day!

Valid vs. Void vs. Voidable Contracts Explained | Kaplan Real Estate Exam Prep 

Struggling to tell the difference between valid, void, and voidable contracts for your real estate exam? In this video, real estate instructor Jeni VanOrum breaks down these critical contract law concepts into simple, easy-to-remember terms [03:00].

Learn the essential elements of a valid contract, why a void contract has no legal standing, and the 4 key situations (fraud, misrepresentation, duress, and minors) that make a contract voidable [01:25]. Perfect for students studying for their state real estate licensing exam!

How to Calculate Loan Origination Points (Real Estate Exam Formula & Example) 

Learn real estate licensing prep strategies with Jeni VanOrum from Kaplan Real Estate Education.

Difference Between Market Value and Market Price in Real Estate Explained 

Learn licensing prep strategies with Jeni VanOrum from Kaplan Real Estate Education.

Promissory Note vs. Mortgage: What’s the Difference? | Did You Know? Real Estate Exam Tips

What is the difference between a Promissory Note and a Mortgage or Deed of Trust? While they work together in real estate transactions, they have two distinct roles—and understanding this difference is key to passing your real estate licensing exam!

In this episode of "Did You Know? Real Estate Exam Tips," host Jeni VanOrnum breaks down Promissory Notes, Mortgages, and Deeds of Trust for exam day success.

What Are the 4 Government Rights in Real Property? | Did You Know? Exam Tips

Did you know the government retains four specific rights in real property, even when you own the land? Remembering these four government powers—and how they differ—is essential for passing your real estate licensing exam!

In this episode of "Did You Know? Real Estate Exam Tips," host Jeni VanOrnum breaks down the PETE acronym so you can easily remember and recall government rights on exam day.

General Lien vs. Specific Lien Explained | Real Estate Exam Prep Tips

Did you know that not all real estate liens attach to property in the same way? Understanding the difference between a General Lien and a Specific Lien—and recognizing examples of each—is a frequently tested concept on real estate licensing exams!

In this episode of "Did You Know? Real Estate Exam Tips," host Jeni VanOrnum breaks down real estate liens using simple memory shortcuts to help you pass on test day.

How Do You Calculate Real Estate Commission Splits? | Did You Know? Exam Tips

Did you know that calculating a real estate commission is actually one of the easiest math problems you'll encounter on your real estate licensing exam? Master the basic commission formula, brokerage splits, and agent percentages so you can score easy points on test day!

In this episode of "Did You Know? Real Estate Exam Tips," host Jeni VanOrnum walks you step-by-step through calculating total commissions, brokerage splits, and agent earnings.

What Is the Difference Between a Client, Customer, and Principal in Real Estate?

Did you know that casual everyday words like "agent," "customer," and "client" have very specific legal meanings on your real estate licensing exam? Misinterpreting just one terminology word can cause you to miss an otherwise simple question on test day!

In this episode of "Did You Know? Real Estate Exam Tips," host Jeni VanOrnum breaks down core agency vocabulary terms so you can read exam questions like a pro.

Mortgage vs. Deed of Trust Explained (2 Parties vs. 3 Parties) | Real Estate Exam Prep

Did you know that one of the easiest ways to remember the difference between a mortgage and a deed of trust is simply to count the parties involved? While both are security instruments that pledge real property as collateral, knowing who holds the debt and who holds the title is crucial for passing your real estate licensing exam!.

What Is the Difference Between a CMA, BPO, and Appraisal?

Did you know that a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA), a Broker Price Opinion (BPO), and a formal Appraisal all determine property value, but they are definitely NOT the same thing? Knowing who prepares each report and why is a frequently tested topic on real estate licensing exams!

What Is the Difference Between Acceleration, Alienation, and Defeasance Clauses?

In this episode of "Did You Know? Real Estate Exam Tips," host Jeni VanOrnum breaks down these three essential financing clauses and shares simple memory shortcuts. Understanding mortgage clauses is key to scoring easy points on test day!

What Is the Difference Between Adverse Possession and Tenancy at Sufferance?

Did you know that adverse possession and tenancy at sufferance both involve someone occupying real property without the owner's permission, but HOW they got there is completely different? Understanding these legal concepts—and the "OCEAN" mnemonic—is a great way to earn quick points on your real estate licensing exam! In this episode of "Did You Know? Real Estate Exam Tips," host Jeni VanOrnum breaks down adverse possession requirements and tenancy at sufferance holdover rules.

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