Happy May!

Davis Brode
May 1, 2023
3 min read

May is a month of growth and celebration. As we head into the fifth month of the year we are looking forward to a busy time in the real estate industry. With more people starting to think about buying or selling a home, the market tends to become more active! Continue reading for more real estate news, home tips & tricks, and much more.

Real Estate in the News

Jokes About Millennial Homeowners Can Stop Now

"In what is being described as a historic shift, the millennial generation is now made up of more homeowners than renters, according to new data released by RentCafe. After years of being known as the “renter generation,” millennials tipped the scale, largely due to the 7 million people in the generation who bought homes in the last five years, bringing the total percentage of millennial homeowners up to 52%. Now, according to the data, Gen Z, who range from 11 to 25 years old according to Pew Research, is the only age group made up of a majority of renters."

Courtesy of Architectural Digest

Local Happenings

MAY 5TH | 5PM - 9PM

First Fridays Night Market

"Check out the First Fridays Night Market in Huntington Beach. This unique, curated shopping experience will feature over 70 makers & designers of local goods, food and produce. The event is free admission and family and dog friendly!" For more info, click HERE.

MAY 20TH | 8:30AM - 12PM

Great Strides Fun Run/5K

"Great Strides, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s largest national fundraising event will be in Huntington Beach. The annual Fun Run/5K Walk supports the Foundation’s mission to cure cystic fibrosis and raise awareness. Participants can enjoy music, team tents, lunch, an inspiring program, and a walk along the beautiful Huntington Beach coast!" For more info, click HERE.

MAY 21TH | 9:00AM - 5PM

Annual Balboa Island Artwalk

"Come walk The 27th Annual Balboa Island Artwalk to enjoy and afternoon of art and music by talented local artists. This fine art show features 90 artists exhibiting paintings, fine jewelry, blown glass, sculpture, and photography. Spectators will enjoy live music throughout the day on three stages along the walk." For more info, click HERE.

Lifestyle Tips and Tricks

Ready to Remodel? Here Are The Home Projects That Will Get You The Best Return On Your Investment

Even when they don’t buy a fixer-upper, most people will end up doing some amount of repairs on a new home. About 95% of homeowners said they plan to take on a major home improvement project in the next five years, according to a recent report by Real Estate Witch. However, only 50% said they can afford it at the moment.

Courtesy of CNBC

Backyards Are The Must-Have Home Feature for 2023

A new report from Zillow names the backyard a must-have feature in the eyes of home-buyers.

Courtesy of Better Homes & Gardens

25 Top Interior Design Trends for 2023

If you've been searching for the right opportunity to add more style, vigor and comfort to your space, you'll appreciate this list.

Courtesy of Good Housekeeping

What Is A Starter Home?

For many buyers, that first home—the starter home—marks a turning point in their lives where they stop paying rent and start investing in a property that can help build generational wealth over time.

Courtesy of Better Homes & Gardens