National News: Most Important Features for a Dream Home....

A recent survey from Northshore Fireplace has the following as the most important features for a dream home:

• A view with peace and quiet

• Land and privacy

• Living room/family room as the center of the home

There were some gender and generational differences for the ideal location of a perfect home.

• Males tended to say their dream home would be on the beach

• Females said their perfect home would be in the country.

Generational Location Preferences:

• Baby boomers preferred the beach

• Generation X members the country

• Millennials the suburbs

Generational Style Preferences:

• Baby boomers said they preferred ranches and a traditionally styled home

• Millennials and Gen Xers preferred modern styles.

Source: “Discover America’s Dream Home,” Northshore Fireplace (July 2018)

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