Real Estate Lingo That Sounds Fake (But Isn’t)
By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc)
Real Estate Lingo That Sounds Fake (But Isn’t)If you’ve ever browsed home listings and thought, “Did they really just call that ‘cozy’?” — you’re not alone. Real estate lingo has a language of its own. And while some terms are technically accurate, they often sound like a polite way of saying, run.Let’s decode a few of the most common “fake-sounding” phrases you’ll see in listings around Auburn, Opelika, and beyond: “Cozy” – Translation: Too small for your couch and your coffee table. Think Tetris, not open-concept. “Vintage charm” – Translation: Hasn’t been updated since disco was popular. Groovy wallpaper included. “Fixer upper” – Translation: Bring a hard hat… and maybe a priest. “Tons of potential” – Translation: You’ll need vision… and cash. Lots of cash. “As-is” – Translation: Buy...
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