n. 1) a venerable group of rights and procedures to provide fairn...

A condition or state of fair, inclusive, and respectful treatment of all people. Equity does not mean treating people the same without regard for individual differences.

The value of a debtor's interest in property that remains after liens and other creditors' interests are considered. (Example: If a house valued at $60,000 is subject to a $30,000 mortgage, [..]

The value of a property less any outstanding mortgage loan.

  Ownership of shareholders in a corporation represented by stock.

1. Ownership in a company through the purchase of common shares or preferred shares.

See net worth (equity).

The body of rules applied to where there is no relief under common law. equity: (From Latin Æquitas: 'even' or 'fair.') Being just, impartial, and fair. Justice applied in circumstances not covered by rules of law.

Equity refers to the value of the interest of an owner or partial owner in an asset.

Assets less liabilities; the residual interest in the assets after subtracting the liabilities.

The current market value of an asset less any loan or liability.

early 14c., "quality of being equal or fair, impartiality in dealing with others," from Old French equite (13c.), from Latin aequitatem (nominative aequitas) "equality, uniformity, conf [..]

All instruments and records acknowledging claims on the residual value of a corporation or quasi-corporation after the claims of all creditors have been met. Equity comprises equity securities and oth [..]

The interest an owner has in a property that increases as payments increase.

The difference between the price for which a home could be sold and the total debts registered against the home. Equity usually increases as the outstanding principal of the mortgage is reduced through regular payments. Market values and improvements to the property also affect equity.

The amount of an asset actually owned, Equity is the difference between the market value of the property and the amount still owed on its mortgage.

The difference between the fair market value of an asset (like a home) and the amount of debt against that asset (like a mortgage balance).

Equity of Redemption The equity of redemption is the borrower's right to redeem the title pledged or conveyed in a mortgage or deed of trust after default and prior to a foreclosure sale by paying the debt in full, accrued interest and the lender's costs.

fairness or impartiality.

Equity is the holding or stake that shareholders have in a company. Shareholders equity is calculated by subtracting total liabilities from total assets. Equity capital raised by the issue of shares is one of the two main sources of finance for a company, the other is debt.

This has two, not totally unrelated, uses in our wonderful world of economics. The first is as one of the two micro goals (the other being efficiency) of a mixed economy. This use relates to the " [..]

1) The net value of real estate, determined by subtracting the amount of unpaid debts secured by the property from its market value. 2) A set of legal principles that operates in addition to statutes [..]

The value of real property or a business after all liabilities have been paid. A home worth $300,000 with a $200,000 mortgage would have $100,000 in equity.

Share in the ownership of a corporation; more commonly called a stock, as in the stock market.

The difference between the fair market value of a property and that amount an owner owes on any mortgages or loans secured by the property.

Value an owner has in a piece of property less the debt against it. For example, if the market value of a house is $150,000 and the owner has paid off $10,000 of a $75,000 mortgage, the owner has $85,000 equity.

n. Fairness or impartiality.

The practice of ensuring fair, inclusive and respectful treatment of all people, with consideration of individual and group diversities. Access to services, supports and opportunities and attaining ec [..]

A homeowner's financial interest in a property. Equity is the difference between the fair market value of the property and the amount still owed on its mortgage and other liens.

The difference between assets and liabilities, such as stockholders' equity, owner's equity, or a nonprofit organization's net assets. Also used to indicate an owner's interest in [..]

Definitions (4) 1. Ownership interest in a corporation in the form of common stock or preferred stock.

Several definitions: 1) In legal terms, equity came about as a means or righting wrongs not recognized / or provided for under the British Common Law. (2) The word equity is often used to describe own [..]

The fair treatment of people on the basis of respect and merit, the recognition of disadvantage and the absence of discrimination.

Impartial or just treatment, requiring that similar cases be treated in similar ways.

Often discussed in relationships, this is a situation in which people receive in proportion to what they give to the relationship. Equity does not have to be identical or exact. Consider, for example, [..]

refers to how much "real" value is tied up in the house, which the owner actually owns outright. In other words how much of the house they own in comparison with how much is still left outst [..]

Equity is a term that describes the value of an asset after subtracting the value of any liabilities on the asset. For example, if you have a car that's worth $35,000, but you owe $15,000 on a ca [..]

pl: -ties [Latin aequitat- aequitas fairness, justice, from aequus equal, fair] 1 a : justice according to fairness esp. as distinguished from mechanical application of rules [prompted by ...

The part of an asset (house) which you own over and above the amount borrowed from the Bank which has a mortgage over the house property.

Your "rightful" share of a pot. If the pot contains $80, and you have a 50% chance of winning it, you have $40 equity in the pot. This term is somewhat fanciful since you will either win $80 [..]

The dollar value of your ownership in a piece of property. See Home Equity.

The residual value of a property beyond mortgage or liability.

Residual INTEREST in the ASSETS of an entity that remains after deducting its LIABILITIES. Also, the amount of a business' total assets less total liabilities. Also, the third section of a BALANC [..]

For a vehicle that has been financed through a loan, the difference at any time between what a vehicle is worth at that time and the amount that is then owed on the loan.

The value of property in an organization greater than total debt held on it. Equity investments typically take the form of an owner's share in the business, and often, a share in the return, or p [..]

The percentage of property value held by the owner; the difference between the current market value of a property and the outstanding mortgage balance.

Equal treatment of all personnel with no discrimination

the difference between the value of the home and the mortgage loan is called equity. Over time, as the value of the home increases and the amount of the loan decreases, the equity of the home generall [..]

the property value attributed to the owner; often this is the cash invested in the property; = Value - Debt

The interest or value an owner has in real estate over and above the mortgage against it.

(1) Instrument traded on the cash market representing a share in the capital of a company; (2) The net value of a commodity account as determined by combining the ledger balance with an unrealized gain or loss in open positions as marked to the market.

The residual dollar value of a futures, option, or leverage trading account, assuming it was liquidated at current prices.

In connection with a home, the difference between the value of the home and the balance of outstanding mortgage loans on the home. Equity grabbing

Stock, both common and preferred. Also, the value of mortgaged property after accounting for charges against it or money owed.

1) Rules supplementary to common law and administered usually in chancery.    (Sayles, George O. The King's Parliament of England, 144) 2) The body of rules administered in a court of equity [..]

The portion of a company's assets that the shareholders own, as opposed to what they've borrowed: equal to total assets

is the amount that shareholders own in the form of stock.  It is the risk-bearing part of the company’s capital.  There are two types of equity, ordinary shares which have voting rights and preference shares which do not. Preference share holders rank ahead of ordinary shareholders in a liquidation.

A shareholding in a limited company. By extension, 'equities' is generally used to mean the whole range of shares traded on a Stock Exchange The amount by which the value of [..]

The value of something, such as a house, less money owing on it.

The value of property in an organisation greater than total debt held on it. Equity investments typically take the form of an owner's share in the business, and often, a share in the return, or profits. Equity investments carry greater risk than debt, but the potential for greater return should balance the risk.

Represents the difference between an asset's market value and the amount of debt associated with that asset. Also refers to the amount a developer or owner invests in a project. In for-profit accounting, refers to the difference between total assets and total liabilities and may be called “owners’ equity.”

  In a project financing, the cash or assets contributed by the sponsors.  In accounting, the difference between total assets and total liabilities.

In real estate, the difference between fair market value and current indebtedness; also referred to as the owners interest.

Ownership, such as stock in a company. Equity also generally refers to the difference between an asset's market value and the debt against it. For example, if you own a car valued at $15,000, but [..]

Is the share capital of a firm representing the value of ownership interest.

An investment that involves a variable performance based rate of return. In sharemarket terms, equity is often used as a synonym for shares and represents part-ownership of a company. It is distinct from fixed interest securities such as bonds and debentures.

In an instalment sale or loan, the positive difference between the trade-in or market value of your vehicle and the loan payoff amount. When the loan is paid off, the equity is the market value of the [..]

the amount of company funds contributed by the owner(s) plus retained earnings and/or minus losses. Simplified, it is the outstanding price of any assets, minus all associated debts.

Ownership in a company. Whereas bonds represent debt, stocks represent equity.

This refers to the value of your property over and above any secured loan or mortgage on your property. This is the amount of money you would receive if you sold your house after you had repaid your mortgage and any secured loans.

The owners interest in the property. For example the property value is $250000 and $100000 is the outstanding loan amount then the equity in the property is $150000.

The value of a real estate property less the mortgage and other liabilities related to it.

Equity is the amount of an asset one technically owns. In terms of home equity it means is the difference between the home's market value and the outstanding balance of the mortgage loan. Learn more...

The difference between the fair market value and current indebtedness, also referred to as "owner's interest."

The difference between what your car is worth and what you owe to the finance company. ‘Positive Equity’ or simply ‘equity’ means your car is worth more than what you owe (eg – if your car is worth £1 [..]

The value of a property beyond any liens against it. Also referred to as owner's interest.

The amount of your practice's total assets you actually own (i.e., not financed with debt). Depending on the legal model and ownership of your practice, equity may be referred to as net assets, s [..]

Based on funds you have paid on a loan, if your vehicle is valued at more than what you owe, you will have positive equity in your car. F&I Office

The value of an asset after all debts against it have been calculated. A property may be worth $800,000, for example, but if it has a $500,000 mortgage against it, the equity the owner has is $300,000.

Equity is the capital raised from shareholders plus retained earnings and reflects the ownership interest in a corporation.

The part of something – asset, house or company – which you own. You also have equity in that part of the value of your house above the amount borrowed from the lender that has the mortgage over your house. (Assets – Liabilities = Equity)

Any right or claim to assets.

The part of something; asset, house or company which you own. You may have equity in part of the value of your house. (Assets - Liabilities = Equity)   Estimated Selling Price: The price an estate age [..]

Balance sheet category listing the owners' share of the company; also referred to as "Net Worth". Equity (or Net Worth) equals Total Assets minus Total Liabilities.

The value of a homeowner's unencumbered interest in real estate. Equity is computed by subtracting from the property's fair market value the total of the unpaid mortgage balance and any outs [..]

The monetary value of a property or business which exceeds the claims and/or liens against it.

This is the difference between the value of your car and what you have left to pay on the loan

The interest of the owner in the assets of a business. This is represented by the excess of the total assets over the total liabilities.

Various meanings, but in terms of finances, it’s ownership in an asset after debts related to that asset are paid off.

The value of an asset such as your house or property, less any money owing on it.

The value of ownership interest in the business, calculated by deducting liabilities from assets.

The principle that a tax system should be designed so as to be fair. Also see ability to pay principle; benefits principle; vertical equity, horizontal equity.

The capital and reserves of a company. Equity represents the company’s own funds, as opposed to borrowed funds, or debt capital. It comprises all the financial resources owned by the company: capital, reserves and provisions. In financial analysis equity is equivalent to “net assets”.

The value of your investment about the total of your lien (debt).

An investment that involves a variable performance based rate of return.  In sharemarket terms, equity is often used as a synonym for shares and represents part-ownership of a company.  It is distinct from fixed interest securities such as bonds and debentures. From a business perspective, equities represent the total interests of parties in the as [..]

ownership interest in a corporation, usually represented by the shares of stock which are held by individuals or corporations. Also, it's the excess of balance-sheet assets over liabilities.

The generic term for ownership interest in an asset. In real estate, it is often used to describe the net of the current value and the mortgage balance. It is also used to describe stock and mutual fu [..]

An individual's financial interest in his own property. It is the difference between the fair market value and the balance of the loan or mortgage amount still outstanding.  

The word Equity has the following meanings:

May be used in either of two unrelated senses. In the context of income distribution theory, refers to an objective, goal or principle implying "fairness". In a financial context may [..]

The value of the common stockholders' ownership interest in a company, in the form of common or preferred stock.

in financial market terms, equity is a synonym for shares and represents part-ownership of a company.

Ownership interest in an asset after liabilities are deducted.

Commitment of money from public or private sources for project finance, with a designated rate of return target.

The financial difference between the market value of an asset and the amount of loan or mortgage still outstanding on it. Usually applied to home ownership.

the difference between the price for which a property could be sold and the total debts registered against it.

The homeowner’s interest in a property; the difference between fair market value and the current amount the owner owes on the property.

Ownership, such as stock in a company. Equity also generally refers to the difference between an asset's market value and the debt against it. For example, if you own a car valued at $15,000, but owe $10,000 on a car loan, your equity in the car is $5,000.

This is a term that’s used to describe a company’s issued stocks and shares. If you own shares in a company you own some of the company's equity. It can also be used to describe the amount, or va [..]

The part of an asset (house) which you own over and above the amount borrowed from the Bank which has a mortgage over the house property.

  Equity investors share ownership of an enterprise. Consequently, they share both the rewards, if the business prospers, and the risk of losing their investment if things go wrong.  

Ownership, such as stock in a company. Equity also generally refers to the difference between an asset's market value and the debt against it. For example, if you own a car valued at $15,000, but [..]

 The difference between the fair market value of a property and the current indebtedness secured on the property.

The value of your home minus the amount of existing liens. This is sometimes called the “net value” of your home. “Building equity” means that you are paying off your mortgage and also that the value of your property is increasing.

The difference between the market value of property and the owner’s indebtedness.

just and fair inclusion. An equitable society is one in which all can participate and prosper. The goals of equity must be to create conditions that allow all to reach their full potential.

Equity is the quality of being impartial or fair. For treatment to be fair, issues of diversity need to be taken into account so that the different needs and requirements of individuals are met. An eq [..]

(n) the difference between the market value of a property and the claims held against it(n) the ownership interest of shareholders in a corporation(n) conformity with rules or standards

 The total amount of owner contributed capital, including patronage capital, membership fees and donated capital.

The value of a person's ownership in real property or securities; the market value of a property or business, less all claims and liens against it.

The value of one’s interest in a property, consisting of its fair market value less any outstanding debt or other encumbrances.

The part of a company's capital belonging to its shareholders. In accounting terms, equity is what is left when all the company's liabilities have been deducted from its assets, except for t [..]

aequitas, iustitia, equitas

The "valuation" that you own in your home, i.e. the property value less the mortgage loan outstanding.

Generally, justice or fairness; body of principles that determine what is just or fair. Historically, refers to a system of law developed in England in reaction to the legal inability of common law courts to consider or provide remedy for every injury. The king established a court of chancery to do justice between parties in cases where common law [..]

(See ASTRÆA.)

Equity is the dollar amount of a person’s financial interest in a property or asset, generally equal to the market value of the property minus any debt secured by the property.

The value of the property actually owned by the homeowner: purchase price, plus appreciation, plus improvements, less mortgages and liens.

The difference between the fair market value of a property and that amount an owner owes on any mortgages or loans secured by the property.

Generally, justice or fairness. Historically, equity refers to a separate body of law developed in England in reaction to the inability of the common-law courts, in their strict adherence to rigid wri [..]

Anything that represents ownership interests, such as stock in a company. Equity can also refer to the difference between an asset's current market value and the debt against it.

The difference between the value of the property and the amount of any mortgage or secured loans outstanding on it.

A body of civil law concerned with doing justice where money is inadequate or inappropriate as a remedy. Examples of equitable actions include divorce and injunctions. Equity cases are handled by circ [..]

The market value less any loans against a property.

The value an owner has in real estate over and above the obligation against the property. In other words, that portion of the property which the owner actually owns, having already paid for it. (It's also referred to as the owner's interest.) If a homeowner owns a house valued at $200,000.00 and has a mortgage of $50,000.00, the homeown [..]

A normative measure of fairness among transportation system users and non-users relative to costs and benefits.

The quality of being fair and impartial. External Equity

The value of real property or a business after all liabilities have been paid. A home worth $300,000 with a $200,000 mortgage would have $100,000 in equity.

The value of a person’s ownership in real property or securities; the market value of a property or business, less all claims and liens against it.

The monetary value of a property or business that exceeds the claims and/or liens against it by others. In an electric cooperative, equity represents the value of member ownership.

A description applied to the ordinary share capital of an entity.

the owners' share of a business.

A description applied to the ordinary share capital of an entity.

The value left in a used vehicle after subtracting the outstanding loan balance from its market value. For example, if $4,000 is still owed on a car worth $8,000 on the open market, then it has an equ [..]

The ordinary share capital of an entity.

If you have paid off all debts associated with your vehicle then it becomes your equity, because it is an asset which you now own.

The value left in a used vehicle after subtracting the remaining loan balance from its market value.

n. (house) valor líquido de la vivienda

Fairness, social justice. In vocational education and training, equity policy incorporates measures to improve access to, participation in, and outcomes of, vocational education and training for those who may be disadvantaged or have traditionally been under-represented - particularly indigenous Australians, people with a disability, women, people [..]

  Fairness or justice, usually referring to the equitable distribution or something valued.  In education, it refers to the fair distribution of funding, technology, facilities, services, and equal educational opportunities for all students.

Defining equity, the Commission of the European Communities (2006) states that it is: ‘… viewed as the extent to which individuals can take advantage of education and training, in terms of opportunities, access, treatment and outcomes’ (p. 2). (Commission of the European Communities (2006) Communication from the Commission to the Council and to the [..]

is a reduction in absolute poverty and a fairer or more even distribution of wealth in a particular society or nation state.

The difference between the fair market value and current indebtedness, also referred to as the owner's interest.

The value of the vehicle less the loan amount.

The difference between the vehicle’s current value and the balance owing on the loan. Positive equity occurs as the principal portion of a loan is paid down to a point when it exceeds the remaining amount owed.

This is a shareholder’s ownership interest in a company, usually in the form of ordinary shares.

In an installment sale or loan, the positive difference between the trade-in or market value of your vehicle and the loan payoff amount. When the loan is paid off, the equity is the market value of the vehicle.

Equity is the value of your financial interest in a vehicle, calculated by subtracting the amount of the loan you have yet to pay off from the current value of your car. If the actual value of your car exceeds the car’s guaranteed minimum future value, the extra money is equity that can be used as a deposit on your next car. Back to top [..]

The value of an asset such as your house or property, less any money owing on it.

Interest an individual attains on an asset.

otherwise referred to as shares. Shareholders own a percentage of the company, and have a share in profits, as well as control via voting rights.

Ownership of an asset; participation in the share capital of a company.

See CAEA

In investments, the ownership interest of shareholders. In a corporation, stocks as opposed to bonds.

A principle of fundamental fairness and justice applied by admiralty courts and arbitrators in maritime disputes where the circumstances of the case warrant doing so. As used in maritime law, the term "equity" must not be confused with "Equity", being that body of law administered by a court of Equity such as the Court of Chance [..]

The ownership interest a borrower has built up in property.

In investments, the ownership interest of shareholders. In a corporation, stocks as opposed to bonds.

 fairness, impartiality, even-handedness. A distinct process of recognizing differences within groups of individuals, and using this understanding to achieve substantive equality in all aspects of a p [..]

Funds invested by a company's owners in its operations. Also, another word for stock.

Equity is the difference between the price for which a property could be sold and the total debts registered against it.

The interest the owner holds in a property over and above all claims to the property. It is usually the difference between any outstanding mortgages and the market value of the property.

Equity means ownership. It is the value of your assets (property, possessions, money and other). An equity security refers to common stock, representing ownership interest in a corporation.

The extent of someone’s interest or ownership of property. If you purchase a $15,000 home with a $5,000 payment, your equity in the property is the down payment, of $5.000. 

The interest of the owner in a property over and above all claims against the property. It is usually the difference between the market value of the property and any outstanding encumbrances.

The interest or value that an owner has in real estate over the debts against it.

In investments, the ownership interest of shareholders. In a corporation, stocks as opposed to bonds.

In investments, the ownership interest of shareholders. In a corporation, stocks as opposed to bonds.

The money value of an insurance company that is over and above its liabilities. Liabilities include almost all of its reserves.

Net worth of an organisation comprising of paid up equity capital plus reserves

The value of real property or a business after all liabilities have been paid. A home worth $300,000 with a $200,000 mortgage would have $100,000 in equity.

Another word for "share

The value of an investment in a facility.

a percentage ownership of an enterprise, usually in the form of stock.

The ownership of a shareholder in a corporation, member in a limited liability company (LLC) or a partner in a partnership.

refers to shares. A share in a company provides an investor with part ownership of that company.

In investments, the ownership interest of shareholders. In a corporation, stocks as opposed to bonds EQUITY INDEXED ANNUITY

Depending on the user's inclinations, ‘equity’ can mean almost anything; this user will adopt a meaning which has been followed by economists and other ...

The value of a debtor's interest in property that remains after liens and other creditors' interests are considered. (Example: If a house valued at $60,000 is subject to a $30,000 mortgage, [..]

Courts which administer a legal remedy according to the system of equity, as distinguished from courts of common law. The English system upon which most American states modeled their court systems inc [..]

A system of law that supplements the statutory and case law and is based on principles of what is "fair and right."

(1) a share investment or (2) the part of an asset owned by an individual over and above any debt against the asset.

1. Fairness. A system of legal rules developed by the Lord Chancellor and special courts in England to make the common law fairer. 2. A financial interest in property or goods.

The value of a person's ownership in real property or securities; the market value of a property or business, less all claims and liens against it.

The value of real property or a business after all liabilities have been paid. A home worth $300,000 with a $200,000 mortgage would have $100,000 in equity.

Another name for stock, representing ownership of a corporation. estate plan.

The monetary difference between the amount an asset could be sold for and the claim(s) held against it. For example, the difference between what your home could be sold for and the outstanding mortgag [..]

Ownership in a company. Whereas bonds represent debt, stocks represent equity.

A synonym for stock, the term refers to an ownership interest in a corporation. Equity-income fund

n. 1) a venerable group of rights and procedures to provide fairness, unhampered by the narrow strictures of the old common law or other technical requirements of the law. In essence courts do the fai [..]

Generally, justice or fairness. Historically, equity refers to a separate body of law developed in England in reaction to the inability of the common-law courts, in their strict adherence to rigid writs and forms of action, to consider or provide a remedy for every injury. The king therefore established the court of chancery to do justice between p [..]

Giving everyone what they deserve.     

In a business, equity is how much all of the shares put together are worth. In a house, your equity is the amount your house is worth minus the amount of mortgage debt that is outstanding on it.

"Your ""financial interest"" in a property, determined by subtracting all amounts owed from the property's current market value. Example: Property Current Market Value = [..]

The value of a position

One’s value in the current game. In the current position it is the total combination of a player’s chances of winning a game, usually expressed as a percentage.

Residual interest in the assets of an entity that remains after deducting its liabilities. Also, the amount of a business' total assets less total liabilities. Also, the third section of a balanc [..]

Your share/value of a pot. If the pot contains $100, and you have a 50% chance of winning it, you have $50 equity in the pot.

A general term for different types of shares. The risk-sharing (they can go up or down) part of a company’s capital.

The winning odds multiplied by the pot size. For e.g. if you have a winning chance of 40% and there is $10 in the pot, your equity is $4.

In a brokerage account, equity refers to the market value of securities held in a given account. Equity is determined by deducting market value of short positions from the market value of long positions. Any outstanding debit balances or credit balances are also factored in.

The value of a business after all debts and other claims are settled. Also the amount of cash a business owner invests in a business and/or the difference between the price for which a property could be sold and the total debts registered against it.

Ownership of the company in the form of shares of common stock.

Difference between the appraised value and the outstanding principal balance.

A common term to describe stocks or shares.

The value of a futures trading account with all open positions valued at the going market price.

The amount of the property that you own outright, ie your deposit plus the capital you've paid off on your mortgage.Equity release schemeAn equity release scheme allows older homeowners to release the cash tied up in their property. There are two types: lifetime mortgages and home-reversion schemes. These schemes should only be taken out after [..]

 Relates to the odds or percentage chance of a player winning a backgammon game or match from a certain position or the value of a certain position. The equity of a position is most often used when tr [..]

Relates to providing care that does not vary in quality because of personal characteristics such as gender, ethnicity, geographic location, and socioeconomic status.

Share or interest in an oil or gas licence or field

The net worth of a company. This represents the ownership interest of the shareholders (common and preferred) of a company. For this reason, shares are often known as equities.

The amount which shareholders own in a publicly quoted company. Equity is the riskbearing part of the company's capital and contrasts with debt capital in that it entitles to a share of profits w [..]

The amount of money in an account that is available for trading. Equivalent to the trader’s ‘Open P&L’ + ‘Account Balance’.

In investments, the ownership interest of shareholders. In a corporation, stocks as opposed to bonds

The difference between the total market value of your property and how much you owe the mortgage lender.

The dollar value of your ownership in a piece of property. See Home Equity.

The portion of a home's value that is owned by the homeowner. A homeowner's equity is determined by subtracting the amount of any remaining mortgage(s) owed to lenders from the home's fair market value.

The value in which the owner has in real estate over and above the mortgages against it. When the mortgage and all other debts against the property are paid in full, the owner has 100% equity in his property.

 The difference between a firm’s assets and its liabilities. 

In the private sector, "equity" is the ownership by shareholders or other owners in the net assets of an enterprise at any time. Net assets means all assets after deduction of all liabilitie [..]

The amount of financial interest in a property. Equity is the difference between the fair market value of the property and the amount still owed on the mortgage.

n. 1) a venerable group of rights and procedures to provide fairness, unhampered by the narrow strictures of the old common law or other technical requirements of the law. In essence courts do the fai [..]

The amount of financial interest in a property. Equity is the difference between the fair market value of the property and the amount still owed on the mortgage.

 – The value of the funds contributed by the owners (the shareholders) plus the retained earnings (or losses). The balance sheet may list Shareholders’ Equity.

Ownership interest in a corporation.

The risk-sharing part of a company's capital, usually made up of ordinary shares.

Another name for the ordinary shares of a company.

In contrast to liabilities – the other main item on the same side of the statement of financial position – equity is a combination of the funds raised by a company’s owners to finance it, and generate [..]

ownership in a company, expressed in shares of stock

An investment in exchange for ownership of a company entitled to the earnings of a company after all other investors (e.g. debt-holders) have been paid. See also: stock

The value of a homeowner’s unencumbered interest in real estate. Equity is computed by subtracting from the property’s fair market value the total of the unpaid mortgage balance and any outstanding li [..]

The interest or value that an owner has in real estate over and above the debts against it.

The difference between the current market value of a property and the total debt obligations against the property. On a new mortgage loan, the down payment represents the equity in the property.  

The value of a person's ownership in real property or securities; the market value of a property or business, less all claims and liens against it.

The difference between the market value of a property used as security for a loan and the amount of the loan.

Shareholders’ equity is the capital that incurs the risk of the business. This type of financial resource forms the cornerstone of the entire financial system. Its importance is such that shareholders [..]

In mortgaging, the difference between lending value and indebtedness.

The value of your home after the outstanding balance of any loans are subtracted. If you make a 5 percent down payment, you have 5 percent of the price of your home in equity. As you make payments toward principal over time, the equity in your home grows.

Difference between the fair market value of the home and current indebtedness, also referred to as the owner’s interest.

court suit involving a matter needing an equitable solution, which cannot be decided on the basis of common or statute law, such as settlement of an estate or divorce.

Actions, treatment of others, or a general condition characterized by justice, fairness, and impartiality.

Fairness or justice in the way individuals or groups are treated (Merriam-Webster Dictionary). Equality and equity are frequently used interchangeably, but in our work, they are slightly different. Eq [..]

Equity can be understood as fairness, the standard by which each person and group is able to maximize the development of their latent capacities. Equity differs from absolute equality in that it does [..]

A description applied to the ordinary share

In accounting, equity (or owner's equity) is the difference between the value of the assets and the value of the liabilities of something owned. It is governed by the following equation: [..]

In jurisdictions following the English common law system, equity is the body of law which was developed in the English Court of Chancery and which is now administered concurrently with the common law. [..]

In jurisdictions following the English common law system, equity is the body of law which was developed in the English Court of Chancery and which is now administered concurrently with the common law. [..]

In jurisdictions following the English common law system, equity is the body of law which was developed in the English Court of Chancery and which is now administered concurrently with the common law. [..]

In accounting, equity (or owner's equity) is the difference between the value of the assets and the value of the liabilities of something owned. It is governed by the following equation: [..]

Equity, formerly officially titled the British Actors' Equity Association (although Equity was always its common name), is the trade union for actors, stage managers and models in the United Kingdom. [..]

Equity or economic equality is the concept or idea of fairness in economics, particularly in regard to taxation or welfare economics. More specifically, it may refer to equal life chances regardless o [..]

Equity may refer to:

In jurisdictions following the English common law system, equity is the body of law which was developed in the English Court of Chancery and which is now administered concurrently with the common law. [..]

Equity is a 2016 American financial thriller film directed by Meera Menon, written by Amy Fox and starring Anna Gunn, James Purefoy, Sarah Megan Thomas, and Alysia Reiner. The film premiered In Compet [..]