Survey finds generational divide on economy, housing market
On the housing market, 40% of respondents expect little change. Younger generations were more likely to hold neutral or positive views.
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Experts offer multi-faceted solutions to the housing supply shortage
A trio of housing experts discuss proposals to lift zoning regulation to spur supply — and legislation aiming to help first-time homebuyers.
Abandoned mortgage apps are on the upswing. Homebuyer confusion could be the culprit
Cotality’s survey of 1,000 recent and prospective U.S. homebuyers found that they ultimately care most about timing and confidence.
The bank of mom and dad can strain retirement
The failure-to-launch trend among Gen Z has strained their parents’ finances, with real consequences for their retirement plans.
Mortgage rates aren’t hampering millennials’ homebuying interest
A recent Realtor.com survey found that 23% of millennials plan to buy a home in the next six months, up from 15% in September 2024.
Baby boomers and millennials are playing a housing crisis blame game
Millennials and baby boomers are pointing fingers at each other over housing affordability issues, according to Clever Real Estate.
Pre-retirement anxiety is rising, but current retirees are optimistic
Pre-retirement anxiety is rising, but current retirees are pleasantly surprised by how their retirements are going, according to survey data.
Gen Z seeking inventive homeownership paths
Gen Z is carving a variety of paths to homeownership, seeking to overcome continued uncertainty with affordability and inventory.
Finding qualified contractors is the biggest obstacle to reno projects
A survey by Renewal by Andersen found that 2,500 homeowners across four generations had the same concern about renovations.
Younger generations are more likely to pursue home renovations this year
A survey by This Old House found that 48% of homeowners will pursue home renovations in 2025 — and most of them are younger.