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Gen Z: The Next Generation Is Making Moves in the Housing Market

Written by Key West Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Buying Myths, Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Key West Florida News, Key West News.

Generation Z (Gen Z) is eager to put down their own roots and achieve financial independence. As a result, they’re turning to homeownership. According to the latest Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 30% of Gen Z buyers transitioned straight from living under their parents’ roofs to owning their own homes.If you’re a member of this generation, and you’re interested in pursuing your own dream of homeownership, here’s some information you may find helpful on why and where your peers are buying.The Reasons Gen Z Want To Become...

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5 Reasons Millennials Are Buying Homes

Written by Key West Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Key West Florida News, Key West News, Millennials.

In the United States, there are over 72 million millennials. If you’re part of that generation and have thought about buying a home, you aren’t alone. According to Zonda, 98% of millennials want to become a homeowner at some point if they aren’t already. But why? There are plenty of reasons you may choose to become a homeowner. Here’s why other millennials have made that decision (see graph below):This graph shows why millennials are buying homes according to Zonda’s 6th annual millennial survey. The top reasons include building equity, a change in life stage, wanting stability, rising home...

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How Homeownership Is Life Changing for Many Women

Written by Key West Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Key West Florida News, Key West News.

Throughout Women’s History Month, we reflect on the impact women have in our lives, and that includes impact on the housing market. In fact, since at least 1981, single women have bought more homes than single men each year, and they make up 17% of all households.Why Is Homeownership So Important to Women?The rise in women pursuing homeownership hasn’t just made an impact on the housing market. It’s also been an asset for those buyers and their households. That’s because homeownership has many benefits, both financial and personal.On the financial side, housing proves to be the key to building...

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A Smaller Home Could Be Your Best Option

Written by Key West Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Baby Boomers, Demographics, For Buyers, For Sellers, Key West Florida News, Key West News.

Many people are reaching the point in their lives when they need to decide where they want to live when they retire. If you’re a homeowner approaching this stage, you have several options to explore. Jessica Lautz, Deputy Chief Economist and Vice President of Research at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), says:

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Millennials Are Still a Driving Force of Today’s Buyer Demand

Written by Key West Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Demographics, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Key West Florida News, Key West News, Millennials.

If you’re thinking about selling your house but wondering if buyers are still out there, know that there are still people who are searching for a home to buy today. And your house may be exactly what they’re looking for. While the millennial generation has been dubbed the renter generation, that namesake may not be appropriate anymore. Millennials, the largest generation, are actually a significant driving force for buyer demand in the housing market today. Here’s why. Millennial Homebuying Power While there’s no denying higher mortgage rates are making it more challenging to afford a home...

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