The Changing Wants and Needs of Homebuyers According to 2 New Reports
Home buyers wanted different things in 2025 from previous years. Here's what's changed — and why.
December 26, 2025 3 min read
Home buyers wanted different things in 2025 from previous years. Here's what's changed — and why.
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Two unmarried partners occupy a co-op unit. The one whose name is on the agreement dies, bequeathing it to the other. Some co-ops might still evict the bereaved.
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