Real estate ads:
Fact or Fiction?

Finally an explanation on  the hidden language of a real estate ad, with real-life examples.

Memorize this list of how homes and properties are described to break the real estate ads code.

• Sophisticated city living means: Next to noisy bar
• Old World Charm means: Has some woodwork and needs cleaning
• Contemporary Feeling means: Has no woodwork or furnishings
  
• Close to lakes means: Impossible to reach the street, except in summer
• Picturesque setting means: Abandoned cars and waist-high weeds in neighboring lots
• Wide-open floor plan means: Previous owner removed supporting walls
• Updated kitchen means: Sink no longer overflows
• Security system means: Neighbor has mean dog
• Needs TLC means: Major structural damage
• Motivated seller means: Could not sell the home for 10 years
• Convenient location means: Next to freeway entrance ramp
• Mint condition means: Mouthwash spilled on carpet
• Neutral decor means: No mural of nudes or Elvis
• Move-in condition means: Front door missing
• Cozy means: Each room is the size of a closet
• Lower-level family room means: Ping-pong table covers sewer opening
• Light, open spaces means: Holes in walls and missing insulation
  
• Outstanding means: Sticks out like a sore thumb in this neighborhood