Today's Homebuyer

A Snapshot of Homebuyers [INFOGRAPHIC]

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March 13 2015

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Future Homeowners Still Share the American Dream

Two recently released reports indicate that both young adults (Millennials) and teenagers (Generation Z) still see homeownership as an important piece of their future success.

A report by The Demand Institute, Millennials and Their Homes: Still Seeking the American Dream, revealed that the Millennial Generation is optimistic about their financial future and still believe in homeownership. The findings were based on a survey of millennial households (ages 18 to 29).

The report predicted that:

• 8.3 million new Millennial (Gen Y) households will form in the next five years
• $1.6 trillion will be spent on home purchases by Millennials and $600 billion on rent over the next five years

Millennials optimistic about their finances and homeownership

Of those surveyed:

• 74% expect to move within the next five years
• 79% expect their financial situation to improve
• 75% believe homeownership is an important long-term goal
• 73% believe homeownership is an excellent investment
• 24% already own their home and
• An additional 60% plan to buy a home in the future
• 44% do think it would be difficult to qualify for a mortgage

What about the next generation (today’s teenagers)?

A recent survey by Better Homes and Gardens® revealed that Generation Z (teens ages 13-17) is very traditional in their views toward homeownership and is willing to sacrifice to attain the American Dream.

Findings from the survey show:

• 82% of Gen Z teens indicate that homeownership is the most important factor in achieving the American Dream.
• 89% said owning a home is part of their interpretation of the American Dream
• 97% believe they will own a home
• 77% percent chose owning a home over owning a business

Bottom Line

It seems that the belief that homeownership as a huge part of the American Dream still beats in the hearts of the young people of this country.

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Gallup Poll: Real Estate Best Long Term Investment

Gallup Poll: Real Estate Best Long Term Investment

Millennials: Optimistic & Ready to Buy

Millennials: Optimistic & Ready to Buy

Different Generations Look at Housing

How differently Millenials view home ownership from their boomer parents:

Generational Differences Drive Housing Preferences?