As texting becomes a more commonly used business tool, here are some common shorthand terms for sending text messages. (Source: REALTOR® Magazine Technology Section, April 2009)

BC Because
BTW By the way
CU See you
DRIB Don't read if busy
EOD End of day
NRN No reply necessary
OTP On the phone
P&C Private and confidential
QQ Quick question
RFD Request for discussion
THX Thanks
U You
YW You're welcome

For a more in depth texting dictionary you can visit Webopedia.

Also for more info on texting as a REALTOR® check out Michael Antoniak's column where he provides tips about using text in your business. Here's an excerpt:

"Even as text messaging goes mainstream, there are times when it's better to do things the "old-fashioned" way-with an e-mail, a phone call, or a meeting. Texting's casual convenience is ideal for any situation in which a quick and informal message will do. Messages that are long or complicated or that can potentially spark questions from clients are better left to other media. Here are some other general guidelines:

• Don't text without permission. Ask clients if it's OK for you to send them text messages. They may not be familiar with the medium, or they may simply be annoyed by it. Depending on their phone service, they also may have to pay for received messages. And never text a prospect you don't know; it can land you in legal trouble. A pending revision to the CAN-SPAM Act prohibits sending unsolicited text messages to a wireless phone number unless the recipient has given prior consent or you have an established business relationship with the recipient. Also, the federal Do-Not-Call registry applies to text messaging.
  
  
• Learn the lingo. Texting is all about fitting the most words into a maximum of 160 characters for the sake of speed and convenience. Even if you feel silly using shortcuts like BTW (by the way), QQ (quick question), or THX (thanks), you'll want to be familiar with the terms so you can decipher clients' messages. For a list of common abbreviations, visit Webopedia.
  
  
• Be considerate. Texting can quickly become addictive. But when meeting with clients or colleagues, don't be absorbed with your cell phone-reading messages and hammering out replies. Let clients know at the outset if you're anticipating an important message that will require your immediate attention. Otherwise, turn your ringtone off and reply to messages when the meeting's over.
  
  
• Set limits. When you encourage others to text you, you're implying that you'll always be ready to take their message-and customers often expect a quick response. You may want to establish hours you'll be available."

(Source: REALTOR® Magazine, April 2009)