All Star Home is proud to provide a number of helpful resources and studies backed by thorough research and accurate data. Check out some of them below:
Report: 39% of Homeowners Are Putting Off Home Repairs in 2023 Due to Costs
Survey finds social media hacks are helping people save $1,000+ on costly repairs Owning a home comes with all sorts of benefits including having space to call your own and no more landlords. But when appliances break, a pipe starts leaking, or siding needs to be repaired, it’s on the homeowners to fix the problem. ... Read more
New York Tops the List for Cities Where Homeowners Stick
With historic migration occurring during and after the pandemic, Americans clearly re-evaluated what home means to them. At All Star Home, we understand that you not only value the structure in which you live but also the city you call home. So we wondered in what cities Americans chose to stick around and which ones ... Read more
Study Reveals What Top Earners Do in Each City
Have you ever found yourself gazing at the manicured lawns and upscale homes in your neighborhood, wondering, “What do my neighbors do for a living?” If so, you’re not alone. The glamor of financial success can be captivating, especially when you feel like those around you seem to have cracked the code to wealth. To ... Read more
The Visual Guide to Hurricane and Flood Preparedness Resource for Seniors
Natural disasters like hurricanes and the consequential flooding following a storm can be especially damaging for older adults for various reasons. Many seniors have mobility challenges, which makes evacuation harder. A significant number of older adults also have chronic health conditions, which makes access to medication and healthcare challenging during a natural disaster. Historically, seniors ... Read more
Study: The Friendliest Neighborhoods in America
Few of us are clamoring to live where hostility and ill-temper rule the social structure. You don’t hear friends and colleagues looking through real estate ads to find a neighborhood full of discontent and aggression. Instead, people clamor to find real neighborhoods that feel like the friendliest TV towns, such as Stars Hollow, Pawnee, and ... Read more
What It Means to Be Home for the Holidays
The holidays are known for being a time full of cheer, but it can also be full of stress and dread for some people. From cooking and cleaning to traveling and hosting, a lot goes into the holidays. With this in mind, we set out to find what being home for the holidays really means ... Read more
72% of Americans Underestimate Housing Prices in Their City
Have you ever experienced that jaw-dropping moment when you spot a charming house and then take a wild guess at its price? The answer often lies just a few clicks away on platforms like Zillow, where reality can swiftly shatter your perception of home values. Welcome to the unpredictable world of American real estate, where ... Read more
Where Americans Have the Most Housing Bang for Their Buck
The prices of homes have continued to fluctuate over the years. And even though prices are high in most places now, there are many Americans who jumped into the housing market at just the right time. These people find themselves in a home and neighborhood they like, without spending an arm and a leg to ... Read more
Solutions for Ending Homelessness: A Resource of Creative Housing Solutions
Homelessness has risen in America since 2017 due to several factors, like rising housing prices and the rising cost of living. Californians have the highest likelihood of being unhoused, with 44 out of every 10,000 residents being homeless. Residents in major cities with high housing costs also have a higher chance of homelessness, such as ... Read more
Americans Are Most House Rich in West Virginia, Study Reveals
Have you ever wondered about the affordability of homes in different areas? In our study, we use the term “house rich” to describe places where homeownership is dominant and homes are relatively affordable compared to the local median income. From bustling cities in the Midwest to sunny spots on the West Coast, some places stand ... Read more
Study Reveals the Nosiest Neighbors in America
From unannounced visits to lingering eyes, many people have experienced the struggle of nosy neighbors. For some, the people next door play a large role in Americans’ happiness at home, so we set out to find just how common nosy neighbors are across the country. We surveyed Americans by state to find which parts of ... Read more
Single and Settled: States with the Most Single Homeowners
The journey of homeownership is a significant milestone for anyone, but there’s a unique adventure awaiting those who take this path alone. Traditionally, many wait until they are married or in a committed relationship to invest in real estate, but some Gen Zers and Millennials are deciding to take the plunge solo. At All Star ... Read more
Before and After the Wildfire: a Home Resilience Resource Page for Vulnerable Communities
Wildfires capture the media attention every year as thousands of acres and homes are burned, and citizens are displaced from their homes and communities. While the bulk of the damage caused by wildfires are out of the control of individual homeowners, precautions can be taken to make homes and communities resilient. We’ve done the research ... Read more
Is Your Home Haunted or Needing Repairs?
It always seems to happen when you’re alone. Maybe the floors in your home start creaking as if someone is walking down the hallway right outside of your room. Sometimes it may sound like something, or perhaps someone, is scratching inside the walls right by your couch or bed. But no one else is there. ... Read more
50 Shades of Gray, White, and Beige: America Loves Neutral Paint in 2023
When it comes to painting their homes, Americans have a lot of options. From classic neutrals to bold statements, there is a shade for every color preference and palette. At All Star Home, we are experts in making your home the best it can be from the rooftop to the color of the siding below. ... Read more
U.S. Cities With the Smallest Living Spaces
When it comes to city living, space is generally limited. From small studios in New York City to micro apartments in Seattle, it’s widely known city dwellers often have to make do with less. But what cities have the smallest spaces? And how do homeowners feel about living in cramped quarters? At All Star Home, ... Read more
Report: 29% of Americans Still Live in Their Hometowns
“Country roads, take me home. To the place where I belong.” Many songs like that classic John Denver tune croon about hometowns and the nostalgia these places inspire. But how many people actually end up venturing away from the place they grew up? Our new survey of 1,000 people living in America is discovering that ... Read more
Relocation Woes: Why Moving is Hard for Americans
Moving to a new home can be a fresh start, a new chapter, or a change of scenery. However, for some, the process isn’t all positive. The challenging and often lengthy experience can sometimes bring on doubts and even regrets. We surveyed 1,000 Americans to learn about their moving habits and the obstacles that can ... Read more
Small Town Charm: America’s Best Hometowns Ranked
When you think of the most popular places in America, you may envision the bright lights of Times Square in New York City, San Francisco’s sprawling Golden Gate Bridge, or the beach in Los Angeles. But what about America’s smaller cities and towns? Many of these less populated places are known for their “small town ... Read more
Homeowner Maintenance Neglect: Over 1 in 4 Never Check Their Smoke Detectors
When it comes to taking care of our homes, it’s no secret that routine maintenance is key to ensuring a safe and comfortable living environment. However, a significant portion of American homeowners might be falling short in this department. We surveyed more than 1,000 American homeowners to better understand the state of routine home maintenance ... Read more
America’s Aging Homes: Cities and States With The Oldest Homes
While some Americans dream of building a new home, it’s not always a reality. In fact, many may find themselves buying, living, and fixing older homes. Roofs, siding, and appliances all have expiration dates, and in older homes, these may come a lot faster than homeowners want them to… or expect. We analyzed U.S. Census ... Read more
AI Imagines a Typical Home in Every State
There are two things people are commonly talking about in 2023: AI and the housing market. AI is booming with new tools rolling out every day while the housing market is volatile. So, our team decided to combine the two. We set out to test an AI generator to see what it would envision as ... Read more
