Loan Glossary

Plain-English definitions for every term you'll encounter in the loan process

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Net Operating Income (NOI)

Commercial

Annual income generated by an income-producing property after operating expenses but before debt service (mortgage payments) and income taxes. Key metric for commercial real estate valuation.

Non-Conforming Loan

Mortgage

A mortgage that does not meet Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac guidelines — either because of loan size (jumbo loans) or borrower qualifications. Generally carries higher interest rates.

Note Rate

Mortgage

The stated interest rate on a promissory note, which is the contractual rate the lender charges on the loan balance. Different from APR, which includes fees.