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Single-family starts in 2017 were under pre-recession levels

There was an increase in single-family home starts in 2017 compared to the year prior, but the national average still fell short of normal levels seen before the recession. The 2017 Survey of Construction, released by the National Association

The reasons why millennials don’t own a home

Millennials have turned out to be the largest generation in history, but surprisingly, they make up the smallest percentage of U.S. homeowners among all generations. Although most millennials, those ages 18 to 34, have reached their peak homebuying years,

US housing data shows signs of market shift

A combination of findings detailed in recent housing market reports in major metropolitan markets, as well as nationally, has some analysts predicting more favorable conditions for buyers in the coming months. Jeff Lazerson, president of MortgageGrader.com and author of

Atlanta waterfront homes keep their edge against national trends

Oceanfront homes, lakeside properties and even residences along the river tend to attract higher-than-average prices. However, according to a new report from Zillow’s research team, that premium on waterfront real estate has declined in recent years. Based on its

The factors that hold up home purchase contracts the most

Home purchase contracts are increasingly being settled on time, and technology has increased the median days to close. But there are sill many ways for contract negotiations to hit a snag. A National Association of Realtors survey in May

Homebuying trends among baby boomers

In recent years, baby boomers are accounting for a smaller portion of the homeowning population, currently just 25 percent, and a new report finds that they typically prefer not to take advantage of the technology available to streamlines the

Millennial homebuyers worked overtime, sold cryptocurrency for down payment savings

To make ends meet while saving up for a down payment, cash-strapped millennials are getting creative. A Redfin survey of 2,000 millennial homebuyers (age 24 to 38) found nearly four in 10 took on a second job to accrue

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Homebuying trends among Gen X

As millennials begin to take over the homeowning population, Generation X buyers are making up a smaller portion of the housing market, accounting for just 30 percent of it. MetroStudy partnered with Zillow to discover and analyze trends in

How millennial buyers drive the housing market

As millennials begin to enter the housing market, they are becoming the driving force, with millennial buyers making up 42 percent of the it. MetroStudy partnered with Zillow to discover and analyze trends in the housing market among the

More homeowners are investing in renovations to help boost resale value

The most popular home renovation projects, like kitchen and bathroom remodels, are the ones that contribute the most to a home’s increased resale value. In fact, two-thirds of renovating homeowners are focused on increasing home resale value, according to

See which paint colors can help boost sales prices

Choosing paint colors is perfect way to reflect your style onto your home. But, when it comes time to sell, the colors you chose may not appeal to potential buyers. Zillow is here to help with their 2018 Paint

Atlanta home prices continue major jumps in 2018

Summer home prices continue to heat up as the 2018 market continues to feel the strains of low inventory, according to the latest report from the Atlanta Realtors Association. The median home sales price in May grew nearly 10

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What millennials are willing to compromise on to buy a home

Millennials may be working hard to buy their dream homes, but many find themselves compromising to fulfill their goals of homeownership. According to a survey from ValueInsured, 85 percent of millennial homeowners compromised when buying their dream house. Survey

Landscaping can increase home values up to 13 percent

Sprucing up the curb appeal is one way homeowners can significantly increase the value of their home. A well-manicured property can increase a home’s value by anywhere from 6 percent to 13 percent compared to a property with no

NAR: Home sales expected to increase in 2018 despite housing shortage

Home sales across America are expected to continue rising throughout 2018 thanks to the nation’s stronger economy. The National Association of Realtors’ Chief Economist Lawrence Yun predicted the increase in sales during his 2018 mid year forecast. According to

Single women buying twice as many homes as single men, study says

While the overwhelming majority of homebuyers are married couples, it is women who make up the larger share of sales among single people, according to the National Association of Realtors. Single women are the second-most common homebuyer, accounting for

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