Who buys a home today and why they buy
A NAHB analysis of the 2021 American Housing Survey shows 40 percent of recent buyers were first timers and 7 percent bought new homes. New buyers tend to be older and wealthier, buying larger homes, while first-timers are younger and earn less, opting for smaller homes.
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National Association of Home Builders
U.S. Census Bureau
First-time buyers and downpayments eyed by NAHB analysis
The NAHB analysis shows half of buyers put 0 to 20 percent down and 18 percent paid no down payment. First-time buyers lean toward smaller down payments, with 82 percent at no more than 20 percent. The piece promotes NC BIA events and resources including a virtual parade and a home remodeling show.
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Emerald Event Center
Avon
84 Lumber
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Redfin Adds Air Quality Scores to Home Listings
Redfin now publishes air quality data in listings showing how many poor air quality days a year occur in a given area and whether that count may rise. The feature sits in the climate tab with other risks like fire and drought and is based on First Street data.
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North Coast Building Industry Association
NCBIA
Ncbia.com
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Daryl Fairweather
Pierce County
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San Bernardino
Fresno
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Orlando
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First Street
Fairweather
The Plumber Mason Delivers Quick Clean Service
Lori Bergman recalls hiring Mason the plumber for a bathtub rip out. She notes the texted personal details about Mason raised identity concerns but the job was done efficiently. She reflects on balancing courtesy with privacy and plans to request Mason by name next time.
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Superbells Coral Sun gains bee friendly garden fame
Norman Winter of the Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens notes Superbells Coral Sun calibra chon and related petunias attract bees butterflies and hummingbirds. In trials with Supertunia Persimmon, Coral Sun calibra chon shows strong blooms and color Vibrant comparisons observed at Auburn Alabama garden tour and Young's Plant Farm.
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Tribune News Service
Coral Sun
Michigan State
Mississippi State
University of Tennessee
Penn State
Young’s
Plant Farm
Auburn
Alabama
South
Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens
Bamboo Farm
University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
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