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February 3rd, 2012
By Vivian Martin
By Vivian Martin
Recent statistics show that you don’t have to be a “Mrs.” in order to buy your dream house. In fact, single women dominate the homeowner’s market as of late—in 2010 alone, single women accounted for more than 19% of all home buyers, whereas single men accounted for a mere 12%, according to MSNBC and the National Association of Realtors.
While the reasons for diving into the homeowner’s market vary with each individual, there are certain features that every single woman homeowner will enjoy. So no matter if you’ve never been married, or you’re a divorcee, widow, or even a single mom, continue reading below to see what home features you should watch out for.
Read more about the feminine take on:
- What to do with the spare bedroom
- Joys of a garden tub
- Easy maintenance yards
- Fab kitchens
- Floor plans with staying power
Read the full article from our friends at BuildDirect and the many other useful topics they cover.
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