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Why More People are Moving to Rural Areas
What’s causing the shift in popularity from big-city dreams to small-town charm?
As New Construction Appreciates, Recent Buyers Turn a Profit
Amid the thriving real estate scene in North Carolina’s Triangle area, a new trend has emerged.
How Will AI Change the Real Estate World?
What impact will artificial intelligence have on the way we buy and sell homes?
Why Do Young People Look to Live Near Open Space?
What’s the draw to owning a home near a park or open space?
Why More People Are Opting to Build Their Own Communities with Family and Friends
An increasingly large share of the homeowning population is forgoing the usual homebuying process and instead building up their own communities with family and friends.
Why Millennials Are Building Their Dream Homes
Beyond the shortage of resale homes for millennials to consider, there are some things about designing and building a custom home that is attractive to this tech-savvy generation.
Why Ultra-Green Lawns Are Losing Popularity
Although there was a time in our culture when sprawling green grass indicated we’d “made it,” those days are gone. What changed?
Why Do Young People Look to Live Near Downtown Areas?
Despite a steeper average cost of living, downtown areas continue to draw in young new residents.
Hot Trend: Self-Sustained Living
More homeowners are shifting their perspectives and priorities to try providing for their needs on their own land.
Why Open Kitchens Are In
What happened to the private and separated kitchens of ‘60s sitcoms?
Why Are Fences Getting More Popular?
Fences have come and gone from the picture of the American dream home throughout the last few decades, following fluctuating social norms and priorities.
Homeownership Still Holds a Place in the American Dream
While some priorities vary widely across generations, owning a home remains relevant and highly desirable in American culture.
Marriage or Mortgage: What the Decision Says About Society, Economics, and You
The hit TV series sheds light on shifts and new realities in U.S. lifestyles. Which would you choose?
If Pets are the New Babies, Plants are the New Pets
Why the recent cult obsession with houseplants?
Work From Home In Style With These Customizations
For many people, a home office is a luxury. For others, it's a necessity.
What Amenities Do Today’s Homebuyers Want?
Building a custom home has a ton of advantages—and one of those is that you can choose exactly which amenities will bring you the most comfort and enjoyment.
A Look Back at 2021 in Triangle Real Estate
These three key factors contributed to a year of record growth in the Raleigh-Durham area.
3 Ways to Make Housing More Affordable
How can the US address a severe lack of affordability in housing?