Absorption Rate

The ratio of the number of properties in an area that have been sold against the number available. Used to show the volatility of a market.

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Abstraction Method

This method of estimating the value of property uses similar properties available in the same market to extract the value of a parcel of land.

Accessory Building

A building separate from the main structure on a property. Often used for a specific purpose, such as a workshop, storage shed or garage.

Accretion

The natural growth of a piece of land resulting from forces of nature.

ACRE

43,560 square feet. A measurement of area.

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Actual Age

The amount of time that has passed since a building or other structure was built. See also: EFFECTIVE AGE.

Ad Val Orem tax

Taxes assessed based on the value of the land and improvements.