Pretty much every industry has some silly sayings or jargon that sounds like nonsense to people who aren’t in the know. Real estate is no different. There are plenty of funny real estate sayings that agents and brokers use all the time that your average consumer might not understand.
We rounded up 10 of our favorite real estate sayings and quotes for today’s fun post. And we’ve written down what the more vague ones actually mean, just in case you’re reading this, and you’re not a seasoned real estate pro (yet).
Have you caught yourself uttering any of these?
Real Estate Sayings
Cash is king!
(In real estate, this usually means that all cash offers often trump other offers that are contingent on a loam. In all cases, having cash available during a real estate transaction is ideal. )
A verbal contract isn’t worth the paper it’s written on.
(Meaning: get it in writing or it doesn’t count!)
Everything I touch turns to SOLD!
(A classic seller’s agent brag that is a witty take on the Greek myth of King Midas – everything he touched turned to gold.)
Don’t wait to buy real estate, buy real estate and wait.
(Real estate becomes more expensive over time, so it is easier to buy it now and have it appreciate than afford it later, when it is more expensive.)
Location, location, location.
(Location sells real estate.)
Real Estate Quotes
“It’s tangible, it’s solid, it’s beautiful. It’s artistic, from my standpoint, and I just love real estate.” – Donald Trump
“A funny thing happens in real estate. When it comes back, it comes back up like gangbusters.” – Barbara Corcoran
“Owning a home is a keystone of wealth – both financial affluence and emotional security.” – Suze Orman
“Buy land. They’re not making it anymore.” – Mark Twain
“‘Home’ is the nicest word there is.” – Laura Ingalls Wilder
Don’t forget to share these with your clients and real estate colleagues!
