Buying a home can mean lots of things. Homeowners finally have a space of their own, something they can customize and find privacy within, unlike an apartment. After all, nothing screams apartment living like communal laundry machines. So, when first-time homebuyers jump into the market they have one simple request: they would like a laundry room.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A recent report by the National Association of Homebuilders<\/strong> (NAHB<\/a>) ranked the features and design trends that are most desirable to homebuyers. The laundry room was ranked as \u201cessential\u201d by 45% of homebuyers and \u201cdesirable\u201d by another 38%. That means that 83% of buyers in the market will be looking for that dedicated laundry space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n When it comes to highlighting features in your next listing<\/a> or searching for the perfect property for your homebuyers, keep these designs and trends in mind. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Ranked as essential or desirable by 78% of homebuyers, outdoor living spaces have exploded in popularity since the COVID-19 pandemic. Homeowners want space to care for their mental and physical health and a large part of that involves getting outside. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to the report, \u201c\u200b\u200bBuilders<\/a> saw a large jump in the demand for exterior amenities, such as patios, decks and porches.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n Most homeowners will compromise on some of their wants or needs on the road to their dream home. One of the features they are most willing to compromise on is size. <\/p>\n\n\n\nOutside living spaces<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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