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Seller abbreviations

      If you find yourself stumbling over weird acronyms in Real Estate listings, don't worry. There is a method to the madness of this shorthand (which is sellers use to save money in advertising charges). Here are some definitions that may help:

• assum. fin.: Assumable financing.

• dk: Deck

• gar: Garage (garden is usually abbreviated "gard").

• expansion pot'l: Expansion potential. There may be extra space on the lot, or vertical potential for a top floor or room addition. Verify actual potential by checking local zoning restrictions prior to purchase.

• fab pentrm: Fabulous pentroom. A room on top, underneath the roof, that sometimes has views.

• FDR: Formal dining room (not the former president).

• frplc, fplc, FP: Fireplace.

• grmet kit: Gourmet kitchen.

• HDW, HWF, Hdwd: Hardwood floors.

• hi ceils: High ceilings.

• in-law potential: Potential for a separate apartment. Sometimes, local zoning codes restrict rentals of such units, so be sure the conversion is legal.

• large E-2 plan: This is one of several floor plans available in a specific building.

• lsd pkg: Leased parking area; may come with an additional cost.

• lo dues: Find out just how low these homeowner's dues are, and in comparison to what?

• nr bst schls: Near the best schools.

• Pvt: Private.

• pwdr rm: Powder room or half-bath.

• Upr:Upper floor.

• vw, vu, vws, vus: View(s).

• Wow! Better check this one out!

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