Rescission
Last updated 2026-08-01
FTC
Updated 2026-08-01
The cancellation or annulment of a transaction or contract by operation of law or by mutual consent. Borrowers have a right to cancel certain mortgage refinance and home equity transactions within three business days after closing, or for up to three years in certain instances.
FTC Real Estate Terms
FTC · pp. 16–17
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