Why Buy a Home? [infographic]

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WHY BUY A HOME?

First-time buyers look for different things in a property than repeat buyers do. See what Californians list as the single most important reason for buying a home - from the first-time and move-up perspectives.

Better location:

9% First-time buyers
19% Repeat buyers

Larger home:

10% First-time buyers
23% Repeat buyers

Tired of Renting:

55% First-time buyers
9% Repeat buyers
Change in family status:

7% First-time buyers
4% Repeat buyers

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