Homes.com Leaders Earn Real Estate Recognition For Third Consecutive Year
David Mele, Erin Ruane and Joe Sesso Recognized as Industry ‘Newsmakers’
Love Conquers (Almost) All During Quarantine: Homes.com Survey
63% of Couples Get Closer, Helped by Modifications to Routines, Living Spaces & Pets
Pandemic Reshapes Homebuying & Rental Decisions: Homes.com Survey
Work-from-Home Trend Fuels Relocations by Eliminating Need for Office Proximity NORFOLK, VA (December 10, 2020) — The COVID-19 pandemic and associated shift to working from home have transformed the location and feature requirements of both homebuyers and renters,...
Homes.com Honored as a 2020 ‘Top Workplace’ in Annual San Diego Awards
Company culture and pandemic wellness initiatives earn local recognition NORFOLK, VA (November 20, 2020) – Homes.com has been recognized as a “Top Workplace” in the San Diego Union-Tribune’s annual survey of employers in San Diego County, California, ranking #4 in the...
15% of U.S. Consumers Experienced Housing Discrimination: Homes.com Survey
All Ethnicities & Income Levels Report Encountering Bias in Rental or Purchase Efforts NORFOLK, VA - (November 17, 2020) — More than 15% of U.S. consumers have personally experienced housing discrimination as they attempted to rent or purchase a property,...
Fido’s Happiness Guides Home Decisions for Over Half of Dog Owners
Homes.com Survey Shows 52% Consider Dog’s Needs; 27% Rank Pet Accommodations as Top Priority NORFOLK, VA - (November 6, 2020) — Man’s best friend is top dog in many homebuying and renting decisions, according to a new survey by Homes.com. 52% of dog owners are...
Homes.com Publishes Newest Book in ‘Secrets of Top Selling Agents’ Series
Top names in real estate share more proven strategies for career success NORFOLK, Va. (September 14, 2020) – Homes.com has released its latest book, Secrets of Top Selling Agents: Habits, Mindsets, and Tactics of Real Estate’s Super Producers. The second publication...
Homes.com Honored as Bronze Stevie® Award Winner for ‘Great Employers’
Program focused on employee wellness during COVID-19 earns prestigious award NORFOLK, VA (August 18, 2020) – Homes.com has been named the winner of a Bronze Stevie® Award in the COVID-19 Response category, recognized as a “Most Valuable Employer” in the...
COVID-19 Impacts Homebuyer Preferences But Not Budgets: Homes.com Survey
Over 40% Seek Different Features, 80% Have Same or Increased Price Range Norfolk, VA (July 29, 2020) - The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many of the features desired by U.S. homebuyers and increased the dependence on virtual tours; however, it has had little...
75% of Real Estate Agents Optimistic About the Market Despite Pandemic
Listing activity and eager buyers drive positive market outlook, Homes.com survey finds NORFOLK, VA - (July 29, 2020) — Despite the uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus pandemic, 75% of real estate agents feel confident about the future of the market, according to...
82% of Parents Unprepared for At-Home Learning: Homes.com Survey
Fall school closures raise concerns about education, socialization & impact on parents’ jobs NORFOLK, VA (July 16, 2020) — With many schools expecting to turn to online learning this fall in lieu of reopening during the COVID-19 pandemic, 82% of parents report...
How Does Love Affect Homebuying?
When buying a home, what’s love got to do with it? As it turns out, more than we thought! Just in time for Valentine’s Day, we surveyed almost 800 people to find out how love shapes different attitudes and experiences of homebuying. (Don’t worry, we included singles,...
Moving Home Because of a Broken Heart? You’re Not Alone!
We’ve already heard about folks who’ve moved for love. But, what about the ones who’ve moved back for love? (Or, to be more precise, the lack of it?) We surveyed nearly 1,100 members of the so-called “Boomerang Generation” and their parents, and were surprised to...
Nosy Neighbors: A Survey of the Nosiest Neighbors in the US
We surveyed Americans across the US to determine the states with the most and least nosy neighbors. Read on to find what the survey revealed. Nosiest Neighbors in the US At Homes.com, we know the atmosphere of a neighborhood and the types of neighbors nearby can...
How Homebuyers and Sellers are Feeling with the Current Real Estate Market
Seemingly overnight, most industries are finding themselves at the mercy of the coronavirus pandemic — real estate included. But, how do current buyer and seller sentiments compare to pre-pandemic aspirations? Homes.com surveyed 1,000 people from across the country to...
The Priciest Streets in Major U.S. Cities
House hunting is an exciting experience, even if it can sometimes take a bit of time. With so many home characteristics to consider, there’s one factor that can instantly rule out the home of your dreams: price. The cost of a home is often what determines if a showing...
The Best and Worst Cities for Renters with Pets
Pet-friendliness can be a deciding factor when renting a living space. We listed the best and worst cities for renters with pets. Find out how your city ranks! Whether or not you own a pet can be a major deciding factor when it comes to renting a house or apartment....
Safest States to Live in America Based on Crime Rates
How safe are you, really? We explored where Americans feel the most safe vs. where they are actually safe. Read on to find out more. Exploring the Safest States to Live in America Based on Crime Rates Ask any prospective homebuyer and they will tell you that the crime...
2019 Most Family-Friendly Cities
The Most Family-Friendly Cities of 2019 Raising a family is a significant part of most people’s lives. It means having children of your own and taking on a new role: parent. Many come to find that where they chose to live as a young adult doesn’t necessarily provide...
The Best Cities for Millennials, Generation X, and Baby Boomers
The Best U.S. Cities for Each Generation Some places have certain attributes that make it a paradise for some, yet not a great fit for others. Personal preferences aside, where you are in your life impacts where you should live, as each generation has different...
