Today’s News Fix includes stories about the top projects homeowners are planning for 2022, rising home values, and pro workshops at The Home Depot.
In Business News
This year’s most popular type of home project is heating-related, according to an Angi survey. Particularly, 84% of homeowners are planning home projects to combat drafty windows/doors (44%), uneven heating/cooling, and outdated HVAC systems (35% each).
At the same time, popular projects include: painting or wallpaper (34%), updating decor (33%), fixing up outdoor landscaping (30%)
In Real Estate News
While home values rose by nearly 20 percent during some months last year, experts are predicting that the increasing rate of prices is expected to slow to around half the 2021 rate. Especially Phoenix, Tampa, and Miami reported the highest year-over-year gains with Phoenix’s 33.1% year-over-year price increase in September, according to S&P Dow Jones.
Did You Know?
The Home Depot is now offering online workshops for Pros to help them manage and grow their businesses. Generally, the topics include social media for business, managing expenses, and industry trends. For more information about upcoming events, head over to The Home Depot.
Have you planned home projects for 2022? Why do you think these projects are popular this year?
