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What do all these real estate acronyms in the adds stand for?
assum. fin. = assumable financing

dk = deck

gar = garage (garden is usually abbreviated "gard")

expansion pot'l = may be extra space on the lot, or possibly 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 first.

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)
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