If city living sounds undesirable, buying in the suburbs or exurbs might be more your speed. Although moving to the heart of a big city means being near major employers, top hospitals, schools, and culture, owning outside major metropolitan areas has an entirely different set of advantages. Exurbs and suburbs came about from a desire…
The 2017 home-buying season will be characterized by a large increase in first-time homebuyers, increasing affordability issues among buyers and high demand for suburban homes, according to Realtor.com’s new Active Home Shopper Report. The study—based on September survey data of active shoppers on Realtor.com—offers insight into future home buying trends in 2017 by analyzing responses…
A generation ago, the American dream was based in the suburbs. After an economic downturn and a housing crash, the upcoming generations have their own version of the American dream, and it looks decidedly more urban. In fact, while more people are moving back to cities in search of better jobs and more conveniences, suburbs…
When it's time to make a move, the decision to relocate to either the city or the suburbs can be a difficult one. There are pros and cons for each, and these few facts may help you make the wisest choice. 1. Your Home's Worth Unless your planning to move for the last time, you…