With summer upon us, so is house hunting season.

Here are 10 common real estate “code words” and what they often really mean:

1. “Cozy” – Small or cramped.
   
2. “Charming” – Old, possibly outdated, but with character.
   
3. “Up-and-coming neighborhood” – Not great now, but there’s hope.
   
4. “Needs TLC” – Requires significant repairs or updates.
   
5. “Fixer-upper” – You’re going to spend money fixing it.
   
6. “Great potential” – Not great now, but maybe you can make it work.
   
7. “Motivated seller” – Seller may accept a lower offer.
   
8. “Unique layout” – Possibly weird or impractical floor plan.
   
9. “Rustic” – Outdated or unfinished, especially in rural areas.
   
10. “Convenient location” – Likely near a busy street or noisy area.

Think about them while house hunting!

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