ALL ABOUT THE 'BURBS: FEBRUARY 19-21, 2016

THINGS ARE HEATING UP! And we aren’t just talking about some (finally!) milder temperatures from coast to coast but, also, spring market.

ALL ABOUT THE MARKET

• Planning for a smart home? You aren’t alone. Even Barbie’s Dream House is going high tech (drone included).
• More than 1 in 3 renters say they can’t afford to buy -- but, given the lending shifts and lower than predicted rates, they can.
• Home buying and dating seem to have A LOT in common…
• How low can rates go? Pretty low, says experts.

NYC SUBURBS

• Think your commute will be a killer post-move? Think again. Some suburban commutes are even shorter than in-city ones.
• All 5 of Port Washington’s elementary schools now rank among the state’s best
• Get a serious taste for a town -- grab brunch! Check out Pig and Prince, a local Montclair fave, as you’re browsing houses this weekend.

SAN FRANCISCO SUBURBS

• Nothing new here: San Francisco real estate is on the rise.
• Heading to the ‘burbs definitely beats renting in this high cost market -- check out what $3,500 gets you in the city.
• Brunch in Alameda? The options are endless.

CHICAGO SUBURBS

• 17 Chicago suburbs rank among the nation’s safest
• The area’s luxury trends means bigger and better -- but what does that mean for first-time buyers?
• At this brunch hotspot in nearby Evanston, farm to table is always on the menu.

LA SUBURBS

• The new Gold Line extension makes commuting in and around the LA ‘burbs even easier
• Home prices in Southern California continue to rise -- what does that mean for soon-to-be buyers?
• Year after year this brunch hotspot remains a go-to for visitors and locals alike

AND A LITTLE NEWS FROM BOCA RATON: Is Boca the healthiest place to raise a child? This mom says YES.

Enjoy the weekend!