A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Equity The amount of true ownership you have in a property i.e.. the difference between the value of the property and what you owe on the property. Escrow Funds Sometimes referred to as a deed left in trust to a third party. Generally, a portion of the monthly mortgage payment is held in escrow by the lender to pay for taxes, hazard insurance and yearly mortgage insurance premiums. Execution/ Endorsement of Documents Signing and witnessing of legal papers eg loan documents, mortgage documents.