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real estate euphemism

“Checks With No Comma”

Euphemism for “Puny Paycheck” That was the phrase I heard at a real estate course this morning bemoaning the commission checks associated with $25,000 home sales — or leasing a property for 10% – 50% of the first month’s rent (see, “Why I Don’t Do Rentals“). While not common (thankfully) in the metro Twin Cities, home...
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Euphemisms — One More

A Euphemism for the Euphemism New Realtor euphemisms are being coined all the time. Case in point: the following disclaimer I just encountered on MLS in the “Agent Remarks” field of a property currently being rented: What the Realtor said: ‘Standard tenant cleanliness to be expected.’ What the Realtor meant: the place is a mess...
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Real Estate Euphemisms — Office Manager Edition

“You Crack Me Up” (& Other White Lies) I’ve already addressed Realtor euphemisms in a post titled, “Homes with Great Personalities” — & Other White Lies (ranked fourth in the world by Google, incidentally — type in “real estate euphemisms” and see for yourself). In the spirit of inclusiveness, I thought I’d do a follow-up...
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