14 DAY TRIAL // The past few years haven't been good to real estate agents, as not many people were in the market for a new home.
Now, though, it seems that the housing market is regaining some semblance of balance.
Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) has also found that builders are incorporating home technology in their projects right off the bat, to differentiate their services and offerings from the competition.
Remodeling of existing homes has become a popular endeavor too.
“This year’s study confirms CEA’s long-held belief and prediction that home technology would make a positive contribution to the inevitable housing market recovery as home buyers’ digital lifestyles and desires for energy efficiency factor into purchasing decisions,” said Steve Koenig, CEA’s director of industry analysis.“
“For example, home automation and lighting controls tap into buyers’ rising concerns regarding energy costs, while a focus on home theater and multi-room audio demonstrate that builders can meet the growing homeowners’ demands to access entertainment anywhere in the home.”