According to a survey conducted by MarketWatch, (01/30/2010) of home designers, builders and home buyers indicate that buyers are seeking cost-effective features and rejecting things that don’t have lasting value.

The survey seems to indicate that it’s all about family togetherness – casual living, entertaining and flexible spaces. The annual survey of buyer preferences, identified these must-haves in new homes:

  1. Large kitchens with islands
  2. Energy-efficient appliances, super insulation, and high-efficiency windows.
  3. Home offices…..
  4. Main-floor master suite
  5. Outdoor living space
  6. Ceiling fans
  7. Soaking tub in the master suite and/or an oversize shower with a seating area
  8. Stone and brick exteriors rather than stucco or vinyl
  9. Community walking paths and playgrounds
 10. Two-car garages, but three-car garages are even more desirable

How do these findings match up with your wants and needs?

Dave Tipton, Broker- Florida’s Beautiful Homes™

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