The word gerbil is a diminutive form of  jerboa , though the jerboas are an unrelated group of rodents occupying a similar ecological niche.
A variance is a form of equitable relief that allows a property owner to bypass local zoning laws so they can use their land in the most efficient manner possible. When unusual circumstances make it difficult for a property owner to comply with local zoning laws, cities and counties may grant what are known as variances to allow property owners to circumvent the traditional zoning laws in an area.
Part 1 Calculating Common Real Estate Commissions. 1. Multiply the commission percentage by the value of the sale to find out your total commission. Because the commission is a percent amount, you will not know the dollar amount until the house sale is finalized.