definition
strict definition
finance
An entity involved in supplying, directing, or managing money, capital, or financial instruments.
A finance company is any entity involved in the supply, direction, or management of capital, money, derivatives, and other financial instruments.
A financing provider supplies a loan, while a financial consultant advises on financial decisions. Both belong to this field despite taking different roles in a project.
The relationship to an object determines the applicable role. A bank providing a construction loan has a financial involvement separate from operating a customer branch in the same building.
More specific definitions
10 sub-definitions-
asset manager
An organization holding title to a building on behalf of several owners, commonly through a real estate fund. -
financial association
An organization to promote common causes among various enrolled financial service providers. -
financial consultant
A company that advises firms or individuals on financial transactions and financial management. -
financing
A company which supplies the loan or mortgage for a structure's development and construction. -
investment advisor
A financial specialist advising a prospective purchaser before and during a property acquisition. -
investor
A person or company providing capital for a structure's development in the hope of a financial return. -
leasing company
A company involved in leasing property for use by parties that do not acquire its ownership. -
mortgage bank
A nondepository lender specializing in mortgage loans made directly to its customers. -
pension fund
An investment fund established to provide retirement income for the people investing in it. -
valuation/rating
A firm that assesses the market value or another defined type of value of buildings or properties.
Related definitions
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construction
Companies and firms involved in the physical work of building and altering structures. -
design
Firms, organizations, or individuals contributing creatively to functional and aesthetic planning. -
education
Organizations devoted to teaching or systematic research that increases knowledge in a particular field. -
engineering
Firms, companies, and entities which perform services applying mathematics and science to practical endeavors. -
government
Groups and branches belonging to the legally ruling authorities of any geographic area. -
information technology
Companies which build devices, create software, and provide services in computer and related information technology industries. -
insurance
Companies that provide insurance protection or supporting services for the insurance industry. -
law and taxes
Companies and individuals providing legal or tax consultation, representation, and related professional services. -
maintenance
Companies contracted to keep objects, products, or properties in working order through upkeep or repair. -
manufacturing
Companies and organizations involved in producing supplies and assembled goods. -
marketing
Firms and organizations promoting goods or services through advertising, publicity, or related media work. -
real estate
A company or other entity with ownership, management, or controlling interests in land and structures. -
retail and services
Businesses providing direct customer services or operating customer-facing facilities at a particular site. -
sports
An organized team, company, or other group involved in athletic training, competition, or exercise.