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2 weeks ago | 
newhomesource.com | Heather Wright
The Paint Colors of the Year for 2025 offer a range of dramatic and vibrant hues. Many of the trending shades are reflective of a return to maximalism in home décor and are intended to give homeowners the freedom to confidently express themselves with color choices.
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2 weeks ago | 
newhomesource.com | Michael Letendre
If you were hoping to furnish your new home on a budget, you might want to act now before tariffs drive prices even higher. Why it matters: While some home goods prices have already started to climb, a bigger wave of increases is coming. Retailers are currently selling through existing inventory purchased at pre-tariff prices, which creates a critical, but short, window for homeowners to act.
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2 weeks ago | 
newhomesource.com | Vincent Salandro
While millennials and first-time buyers receive a lot of attention in today’s housing market, baby boomers and Gen Xers over the age of 55 make up 25% of the U.S. population. The 55+ cohort are a powerful group in the housing market and the ripple effects of where they live and retire will have massive implications for the economy.
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2 weeks ago | 
newhomesource.com | Michael Letendre
Several significant tax benefits that homeowners have relied on for years might disappear on December 31, 2025. Why it matters: These expiring tax breaks could mean thousands of dollars in additional taxes for homeowners across the country. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), passed in 2017, was designed to reduce taxes for most Americans by simplifying the tax code and lowering rates. Many of its key provisions were designed to be temporary, with an expiration date of December 31, 2025.
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3 weeks ago | 
newhomesource.com | Heather Wright
Accent walls make an impactful style statement. They offer a unique opportunity to experiment with different colors and textures without making a whole-room commitment, or to create an intentional focal point that ties the whole aesthetic together. Traditionally, accent walls might be decorated with wallpaper or paint, but trending textures, materials and colors are stoking inspiration for fresh looks.
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3 weeks ago | 
newhomesource.com | Erin Nicks
The 2025 spring home-selling season fell flat for many of the nation’s top home builders, as economic uncertainty, shaky consumer confidence, and high mortgage rates kept buyers on the sidelines. What’s happening:Public builders saw sluggish buyer traffic and softer order volumes in the first few months of the year. D.R. Horton set the tone with a dip in orders and closings—an early signal of the season's challenges.
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1 month ago | 
newhomesource.com | Michael Letendre
Boomers and Millennials often hunt for homes in the same neighborhoods, but they are looking for very different things. Why it matters: Understanding the generational divides between the two largest homebuying demographics can help us better understand and navigate today's housing landscape. 1. Size philosophyBoomers: Downsizing but not downgrading. They want smaller footprints with nicer finishes. Millennials: Compact but efficient spaces that maximize every square foot.
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1 month ago | 
newhomesource.com | Erin Nicks
U.S. President Donald Trump’s new tariffs on building materials—wood, metals, plastics, glass—are already raising construction costs. That may soon hit homeowners in the form of higher insurance premiums. The impact: 60% of builders surveyed by The National Association of Homebuilders say suppliers have already raised prices. The average new home could cost $10,900 more. Insurify estimates home insurance premiums may rise 11% by end of 2025—3 points higher than without tariffs.
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1 month ago | 
newhomesource.com | Michael Letendre
Boomers aren't following the expected script when it comes to downsizing. Some are selling large family homes while others are choosing to modify and stay put – creating unexpected ripples across the housing market. Why it matters: This generation controls trillions in real estate wealth, and their housing choices directly impact inventory and pricing for all buyers – especially first-time homeowners competing for smaller properties.
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Mar 25, 2025 | 
newhomesource.com | Heather Wright
Living sustainably at home starts with gradually building habits, including selecting eco-friendly home products and decor. Here’s a collection of stylish, sustainable items that will help you reduce your carbon footprint without sacrificing style. Wood Tiles by Wonderwall Studios Sustainability, wood decor, and using texture for visual interest are three strong interior design trends in 2025. Wonderwall Studios’ reclaimed and recycled wood wall tiles incorporate all three.