{"id":10326,"date":"2022-02-22T15:33:29","date_gmt":"2022-02-22T20:33:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.greatflorida.com\/?p=10326"},"modified":"2026-04-16T17:06:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T21:06:01","slug":"real-estate-red-flags","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/2022\/real-estate-red-flags\/","title":{"rendered":"Real Estate Red Flags"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Popular real estate website, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zillow.com\/research\/zillow-2022-hottest-markets-tampa-30413\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Zillow<\/a> named Tampa its hottest housing market across the country for 2022.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe housing market isn\u2019t showing any signs of slowing down this year,\u201d says <a _blank=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/dustyns\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Dustyn Shroff<\/a>, Vice President of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">GreatFlorida Insurance<\/a>, Florida\u2019s largest independent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/florida-homeowners-insurance\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">homeowner\u2019s insurance<\/a> agency.<\/p>\n<p>With competitive listings, agents pull out the stops with attractive idioms when describing their dwellings to get buyers interested. Real estate agents utilize terms that sound appealing, but should raise a red flag.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Tampa-fe6b5e-630x420-1.jpg\"><img alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10331 lazyload\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 219px) 100vw, 219px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Tampa-fe6b5e-630x420-1.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Tampa-fe6b5e-630x420-1.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Tampa-fe6b5e-630x420-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Tampa-fe6b5e-630x420-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"146\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 219px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 219\/146;\" width=\"219\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Tampa-fe6b5e-630x420-1.jpg 630w, https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Tampa-fe6b5e-630x420-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Tampa-fe6b5e-630x420-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 219px) 100vw, 219px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>https:\/\/www.zillow.com\/research\/zillow-2022-hottest-markets-tampa-30413\/<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u201cOne way to do this is by finding euphemisms to throw the most flattering light onto a home-and sometimes obscure a home\u2019s flaws,\u201d explains real estate website, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.realtor.com\/advice\/buy\/real-estate-listing-red-flags\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Realtor.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The following are some common real estate listing terms and their translations to help you become a discerning shopper.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Good bones or Tons of potential \u2013 <\/em>These phrases imply the place will need a lot of work<\/li>\n<li><em>Investor friendly or Bring Your Contractor<\/em> \u2013 Similar to the previous phrases, prepare for a mess, meaning renovations that could range from cosmetic to total teardown.<\/li>\n<li><em>Charming or Tons of character- <\/em>This is often code for \u201cold\u201d and it would be in your best interest to check the plumbing and appliances.<\/li>\n<li><em>Custom, Unique or Artistic<\/em>\u2013 Count on this home having a very specific style and set of features, it could also just be weird.<\/li>\n<li><em>As is or Cash Only- <\/em>These terms can often come up on foreclosed homes. It translates to the home is in bad condition and the owners cannot afford renovations. It will also remove your negotiating power.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cKeep in mind, Florida foreclosures are a judicial proceeding and could take a year or more to complete,\u201d reports Buck with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">GreatFlorida Insurance<\/a>, Florida\u2019s leading independent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/florida-homeowners-insurance\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">homeowner\u2019s insurance<\/a> agency.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Up and coming neighborhood, Trendy or Hip-<\/em>You are expecting to see cool shops and cafes around the corner but you discover that is a future forecast for the area. A good idea would be to check the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mylocalcrime.com\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">local crime statistics<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><em>Cozy- <\/em>This term is positive and will make you feel all warm inside, but it means very small.<\/li>\n<li><em>Natural Landscaping-<\/em>Get ready to see no landscaping. It is most likely a yard jungle.<\/li>\n<li><em>Secluded, Private, Retreat, Quiet- <\/em>The house will probably have a long commute to work and the grocery store.<\/li>\n<li><em>Convenient to Shopping- <\/em>This home is located on a busy street or high traffic area.<\/li>\n<li><em>Well-Maintained-<\/em>Well-maintained sounds like a compliment but according to, <a href=\"http:\/\/archive.wired.com\/wired\/archive\/13.05\/realestate.html?pg=2\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" target=\"_blank\">Wired<\/a> magazine, \u201cIt usually means the home is old but not quite falling down.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Contact <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">GreatFlorida Insurance<\/a>, if you are looking for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/florida-homeowners-insurance\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">homeowner\u2019s insurance<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/get-a-quote\">Get a quote<\/a> as soon as your contract is signed.\u00a0 We can help you finalize the details well in advance of your closing date.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/GoggleImage_Home_H_1.jpg\"><img alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-521 lazyload\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/GoggleImage_Home_H_1.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/GoggleImage_Home_H_1.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/GoggleImage_Home_H_1-300x37.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/GoggleImage_Home_H_1-150x19.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/GoggleImage_Home_H_1-696x86.jpg 696w\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"90\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 728px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 728\/90;\" width=\"728\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/GoggleImage_Home_H_1.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/GoggleImage_Home_H_1-300x37.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/GoggleImage_Home_H_1-150x19.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/GoggleImage_Home_H_1-696x86.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/florida-homeowners-insurance<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Popular real estate website, Zillow named Tampa its hottest housing market across the country for 2022. \u201cThe housing market isn\u2019t showing any signs of slowing down this year,\u201d says Dustyn Shroff, Vice President of GreatFlorida Insurance, Florida\u2019s largest independent homeowner\u2019s insurance agency. 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