U.S. new home sales soar to highest level in a decade
October 27, 2017
This Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2017, photo shows a new home for sale in a housing development in Raeford, N.C. On Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2017, the Commerce Department reports on sales of new homes in September.(Photo: Swayne B. Hall, AP
WASHINGTON — Sales of new U.S. homes jumped last month to the highest level since October 2007, a sign that Americans — unable to find existing homes — are turning to new construction. Damage from last month’s hurricanes may have also inflated the data.
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Renting a brand new house offers several advantages, including minimal maintenance, modern amenities, and the potential for higher rental rates, while also avoiding the upfront costs and responsibilities of homeownership.
Build-to-rent (BTR) communities, offering single-family homes specifically designed for renters, are a growing trend in the United States, providing an alternative to traditional homeownership, especially for those struggling with affordability or seeking a more convenient rental experience.
A societal shift towards renting houses, driven by factors like rising home prices, economic uncertainty, and changing lifestyle preferences, is impacting the housing market, with more people, particularly younger generations, choosing to rent over buy. Here's a more detailed breakdown of the reasons behind this trend:
