#real-estate-trends

#real-estate-trends

Architect-turned-interior designer Anh Ly, founder and CEO of Mim Concept, explains why the color surged in the first place: "Butter yellow had a magic moment because it felt optimistic and comforting, especially during a time when people were craving warmth at home." Now, that emotional pull is also what's working against it. "It fell short on resale since it's a very emotion-specific color. Buyers tend to see it as personal rather than neutral, which makes it harder for them to imagine themselves in the space," Ly adds.

If you dream of sunrise hikes and coastal drives, Maine could be your ideal home. Nicknamed "Vacationland," the state draws in visitors with its lighthouse-lined shores, working harbors, and 3,400 miles of tidal shoreline. It stands out with its small-town charm, protected wilderness, and revitalized historic mill communities. With holiday celebrations that feel like they belong in a Hallmark movie, it's clear why so many people choose to move here.

For a state where folks are supposedly fleeing, Californians keep their homes for a long time. My trusty spreadsheet peeked at one yardstick of longevity: Attom's study on the average length of ownership for home sellers across the 50 states and the District of Columbia in the third quarter of 2025. This year's California sellers owned their homes for 11.2 years, the third-longest nationwide, and almost 3 years longer than the 8.4 years nationwide. Remember, California's stagnant population is not about people leaving for other states. It's largely due to woefully few Americans moving to the Golden State.

WaterSense fixtures which reduce water use by at least 20% were the fastest-rising feature in 2025, appearing 289.6% more often in listing descriptions than a year earlier. Homes with these fixtures had a median listing price of about $628,000. We're seeing homeowners prioritize features that make their properties more efficient, resilient and self-sustaining, said Anthony Smith, senior economist at Realtor.com.

James Guimaraes was on mile seven of his last training run for the New York City Marathon when he got sucked into a bidding war. The Corcoran broker's clients had an offer in on something, and it was the sellers' agent calling: Was there any way to up the bid? Guimaraes spent the next four miles of his run trading off on calls between his clients and the other agent.

They were a frequent fixture of the residential homes he designed, sometimes placing even three or four fireplaces within a single home. As Wright once said, "the hearth is the psychological center of the home," knowing that it was a place where people naturally gathered around and psyches could be comforted and uplifted.

'Showgirl' is the most brazenly pop-forward, melodically savvy, and structurally polished album that Swift has released in about a decade,

The real estate industry is changing faster than ever, fueled by innovation, rising consumer demands and fluctuating market conditions, said Toby Schifsky, vice president of Kaplan Real Estate Education. Kaplan's inaugural Real Estate Survey of Trends shows that success today requires more than passing exams it demands continuous learning, market expertise, and strong client skills. We're committed to giving agents the tools and training to leverage AI, generate leads, and thrive, helping them turn industry change into opportunity and sustainable career growth.

From January to June 2025, Kenosha listings drew 2.9 times more views per property than the typical U.S. listing and sold in a median of 29 days. The median listing price came in at $321,000, well below the national median of $440,000, underscoring why this Midwestern hub has become a magnet for value-driven buyers.

The spacious property located in the 200 block of Walnut Creek Court in Danville was sold on June 23, 2025 for $2,050,000, or $633 per square foot.

I woke up in June [2020] and realized how lucky and privileged we were to have space and trees. So many of my friends in the city were just losing their minds.

36% of sellers who bought post-pandemic are at risk of losing money on the sale, the second-highest share in the nation, compared to 16% nationwide.

Many of these areas are relatively remote, which may be appealing to vacationers and homeowners looking for a slower pace of life by the sea.

A surge in pandemic-driven remote work is mostly behind the shift in the last half decade, but rapidly rising average home ownership costs are equally to blame in recent years.

The first half of 2025 saw 140,006 U.S. properties starting the foreclosure process, which is up 7% from last year and 41% from two years ago.

In recent months, close to 60% of urban home shoppers searched for listings outside their metros, reflecting a shift away from expensive city living.

Many Pennsylvania homeowners could face a sizable tax hit when they finally decide to sell due to outdated capital gains tax exemptions. 20.4% of homeowners in the state now have more home equity than the federal government allows to be excluded from taxes, which leads to significant financial implications for those looking to utilize their home equity.

The historical perspective suggests that cheaper money is not a perfect cure for housing affordability issues. Bargain financing often coincides with economic disarray.

According to the latest Realtor.com® architectural styles report, ranch homes are increasing in popularity among first-time buyers and empty nesters for their single-story convenience.

In a market seeing significant growth in inventory and rising home prices, these classic styles are defining the housing scene.

Finding affordable housing as a single buyer in the U.S. remains challenging, especially with median listing prices around $440,000, but some states offer alternatives.