Walkability Remains a Top Priority for Americans

Walkability has real market value, as 63% of Americans say they’d be willing to pay more to live in a community where they could easily walk to parks, shops and restaurants, according to the National Association of Realtors® 2026 Community and Transportation Preferences Survey.  In fact, the majorit

Does Upsizing in Retirement Help Build Generational Wealth?

While many Americans in the past have chosen to downsize in retirement, it may be becoming more common to upsize instead.  Today’s housing market is threatening the future of generational wealth, according to Realtor.com, which cites that the cost of a modest starter home is pushing $1 million in mo

Staging Boosts Sales Prices and More, Says NAR Report

Staging a home for sale is an effective way to boost its sales price and reduce its time on the market, according to the National Association of Realtors® 2025 Profile of Home Staging report. Twenty-nine percent of real estate agents reported that staging their sellers’ homes received a 1% to 10% in

Homebuying Deal Breakers: What Turns Buyers Away

When looking for a home to buy, some things can make or break the decision to pursue a listing. Here are some homebuying deal breakers revealed in a survey by 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty.  First Impressions Count  When looking at homes, 25% said they take 10 minutes or less to decide if a house is rig