Real Estate Matters

By Kami Scarborough

Romance and Real Estate - Say What?!

The day of love will be here soon. If you are single, you might want to keep reading. Or, even if you aren’t, you’ll still find this intriguing.

Several years ago, the real estate website Trulia conducted a survey regarding housing and romance.  Here’s what they found:

• Owners vs. Renters – Owning a home or shall I say not owning a home is not a deal breaker when it comes to dating. Almost 63% of unmarried U.S. adults said that homeowners had not significant “home advantage’ when it comes to attracting a date. So…you can’t really use the “I’m a renter” excuse for not finding a date.
• Does Homeownership mean I’m marriage material? – While buying a home might suggest some level of commitment, the survey showed that 43% of single U.S. adults found that they did not believe that being a homeowner is not an indication of wanting to get married or being a long-term committed relationship.
• Tell your Roommate Bye Bye- Survey says “Ditch the roommate.” A vast majority of those surveyed said they prefer to date someone who lives alone.
• It’s Time to Move Out – When surveyed nearly 25 million adults lived at home with their parents. Trulia’s survey found that only 5% of those surveyed would be open to dating someone who is still at home with the ‘rents.
• Get a Home with a Master Bath – When asked, “If you were in the market for your first home today, what home amenities would make you fall in love with a home?” The top answer was a master bath, followed by a walk-in closet. Coming in 3^rd on the survey, is a gourmet kitchen.

Kami Scarborough owns New Stone Realty, L.L.C.

*This article provides general information and content is broad in scope and does not consider your personal situation.  Consult a professional for such advice.

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