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RealEstateNews.com writes, "Zillow’s latest trends report finds that, despite turbulence in the market, consumer traits and preferences are fairly stable — with some key exceptions.

Key points:

  • The 2024 Consumer Housing Trends Report reveals that buyer demographics have remained fairly consistent overall, but the share of first-time buyers has declined.
  • Buyers are continuing to fork out a higher percentage of the sale price for their down payment, but many are able to secure lower-than-average mortgage rates.
  • Staying within their budget and finding a home with air conditioning and the right number of bedrooms are top priorities.

The real estate market has experienced its share of ups and downs over the past few years, but when it…

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Today, there's no mandate for housing in Austin to provide air conditioning. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)

Community Impact Austin reports, "A new city mandate for air conditioning in all residences is moving closer to final approval, and residents can weigh in on the change in July.

What's happening

The city is in the process of revising its technical codes, including its first proposed air conditioning mandate under the building code.

The update would require all residential property owners to keep rooms at least 15 degrees cooler than outdoor temperatures, and no hotter than 85 degrees Fahrenheit at most.

If implemented, the standards would apply for all existing properties and new construction in Austin.

Austinites can weigh in on the new building code items online until July 24. The revisions will also be discussed at the July 9 planning commission…

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