With many young homebuyers entering the market, it is important for those looking to sell a home to think about the features that the younger generation is looking for. With numerous people between the ages of 18 and 34 getting ready to purchase their first home, what are they looking for? There are a few important factors to keep in mind. An Open Floor Plan Is A Must Work-life balance is one of the most important priorities for the younger generation. Their home will have to cater to this. They plan on spending a tremendous amount of time with family members and friends and this means … [Read more...]
Backyard Farming: Fad Or The New Future
While a kitchen herb garden or pot-grown tomatoes may be commonplace in both suburban backyards and on urban condo patios, an increasingly large number of homeowners look to backyard farming as a way to relieve some of the stresses of modern life. Other benefits include cutting grocery bills, living a more sustainable life, and teaching children about food. The New Food Landscape Do new trends signal a return to simpler times, or are they a pushback against higher food prices and loss of control over the food supply? Is it a lasting change that will spread across the … [Read more...]