If you want to talk about a foreign language, just read a few real estate ads. Not a day goes by someone is asking what something means here in the Manchester NH area. Even today in the Q and A section. 1 1/2 car garage, condex, half plex, 3/4 bath or why do they only have a 1/2 bath. Do not get me going when it says 6/3/2.
Ads and real estate descriptions should be easy to read and understand for buyers. We are no longer limited to 3 sentences in a newspaper classified page. Let stake a look at some of the more head scratching terms:
Condex or "half plex": A duplex is 2 units. In areas where they allow them to be turned into condominiums and sold individually, here in NH they are called condexes which is simply 1/2 of a duplex. Typically no condo fees, each half takes care of their yard and snow removal. A master insurance policy paid yearly covers master insurance split between each owner. A agreement of exterior maintenance is usually part of the condo docs.
1/2 Bathroom: Usually a toilet and sink. No tub or shower.
3/4 bath: A toilet, sink and stand up shower. Sorry no tub.
1 1/2 car garage: Typical a 1 car garage is 12 ft x 22 to 24 ft. A 1 1/2 car garage adds 6 ft for 18 x 22 or 24 ft garage. Room for tools, mower, bikes, motorcycle, tools and or toys.
6/3/2: When you see a string of numbers, it is not the combination to the hidden safe. First is room count 6, then bedrooms 3 and bathrooms 2.
Stay tuned as I return with more or feel free to leave a comment with some of your favorite's or least favorites.
The MOST IMPORTANT message to share in Real Estate, is that my philosophy is simple, to provide more personal and professional service to guide clients through each step of the buying or selling process. All Agents are not created equal and every buyer or seller should take the time to hire the BEST not just the biggest.
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About the Author: Scott Godzyk is the Owner/Broker of the Godzyk Real Estate Services in Manchester NH. Proud to be locally owned and operated with 32 years of experience, Scott is a leading Agent for Listing and Selling Homes in this area.We are Full Time Agents ready to serve all of your Real Estate needs. Servicing Hillsborough, Rockingham, Merrimack and Belknap counties.
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