ALL ABOUT THE 'BURBS: FEBRUARY 5-7, 2016

CAN YOU BELIEVE IT’S FEBRUARY? We’re now well into 2016 and about to shake off another winter market -- and, with it, there’s tons of activity from coast to coast.

ALL ABOUT THE MARKET

• What are buyers looking for? According to this report, they’re all about the walk-in closets and a host of smart features.
• Rents are on the rise, but home affordability remains solidly in a buyer’s favor.  
• Mortgage lenders and underwriters focus on the whole borrower -- but this consideration is the one most likely to keep them up at night…
• Whether you’re moving from the city to the ‘burbs or packing it up and crossing the country, the journey to suburbia has some similarities for everyone

NYC SUBURBS

• Long Island real estate is trending up, up and up
• And good news for you Long Islanders and soon-to-be Long Islanders -- by 2022 you’ll be able to commute into Grand Central, too!
• Thinking CT? Mommy Poppins has 25 more reasons why that’s a great decision!
• It's snowing now, but this weekend’s actually looking pretty mild -- a fun Westchester playground, anyone?

SAN FRANCISCO SUBURBS

• It’s time to head to the ‘burbs when...an average home is San Francisco averages just over 800 square feet -- but costs at least $1 million
• Is this Palo Alto’s new hotspot?
• These are the trends Bay Area buyers can expect in 2016 and beyond -- look familiar?
• Not to be outdone, the ‘burbs have their fair share of amazing playgrounds...

CHICAGO SUBURBS

• Ready for your suburban garden? These are the outdoor trends Chicago area homeowners are seeing more and more this year.
• Even in the ‘burbs rents are rising…
• Welcome to Burr Ridge -- and its 100 million-dollar homes for sale
• Like the NYC area, the Chicago suburbs are slated for a milder weekend -- get the family to a playground outside of city limits!

Enjoy the weekend!