+A **mortgage** is a long-term [loan](/wiki/loan) used to purchase [real estate](/wiki/real_estate). The property itself acts as [collateral](/wiki/collateral), securing the debt and allowing borrowers to achieve home ownership over time through regular payments.
+## See also
+- [Lender](/wiki/lender)
+- [Debt](/wiki/debt)
+- [Home Ownership](/wiki/home_ownership)
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