These past few weeks we have zeroed in on the discussion surrounding TikTok and the potential the platform has to be used for calling in young people to learn about and find homes. But until that takes off, what are the most common places younger people are looking for and learning about homes, what else could be good, and what platforms are growing?Born between 1981 and 1996, millennial generation reached adulthood in the digital age, with the ability and expectation that they could make transactions happen with the click of a button. For many that expectation includes real estate. Millennials are more likely than other generations to say they would like to use tech tools while home shopping. More than 80% of millennials would like to view 3D virtual tours or Smart Listings, and 78% would like to use self-tour technology to unlock a vacant for-sale home with their phone and tour it on their own time.It comes as no surprise that RIFO, with its commitment to technological innovation and customer centric approach, provides state of the art platform at RIFO.com for millennial. By using Matterport 3D technology, each property is presented as an online virtual space. The space is annotated and guided in a seamless manner with every detail of the home visible and measurable as well.<figure class="image"><img src="https://files.rifo.co/CompanySite/8/8_2.png"></figure>With 85% of millennial buyers making decision based on available digital floor plans, having RIFO Smart Listing platform provides additional benefits and convenience to younger buyers and renters alike.&nbsp;RIFO’s Client App or online platform at RIFO.com are great solutions for customers who seek housing related information and services with real-time dynamic display of active listings, recent sold properties, and surroundings information provide customers with comprehensive understandings of the area that raise their interest.<figure class="image image-style-side"><img src="https://files.rifo.co/CompanySite/8/8_3.png"></figure>One of the most common sites used is Zillow, available on the App Store for Apple and Google Play store for Androids, as well as a website. According to Zillow themselves, they are the most used real estate website for Americans. This platform can be used for buying, selling, renting, and investing. iProperty Management reports that Zillow currently has 135 million properties in its database and 80% of American homes have been viewed on its platform regardless of their market status. iProperty Management also reports that 29% of real estate web activity is through Zillow.Tech-savvy millennials are not only driving the Zillow surfing trend, they could change the way we shop for and buy homes. A new Zillow survey found the largest generation of first-time home buyers overwhelmingly want digital tools available during the home shopping process, and many are comfortable purchasing their biggest financial asset online.Nearly 40% of millennials said they would be comfortable buying a home online, and significantly more, 59%, said they would be at least somewhat comfortable making an offer on a home after viewing a virtual tour but not touring it in person.&nbsp;A huge wave of millennials -- the largest generational group in the country -- is now aging into their home buying years and approaching the typical age of a first-time homebuyer: 34 years.&nbsp;Zillow research forecasts there will be 6.4 million more households formed by 2025 as a result of the sheer number of millennials hitting their mid-to-late 30s, driving housing demand for years to come.Finally, HomeFinder.ca and their regional sites have become a popular option for young Canadians. Users can browse homes for sale in any just about any area in Canada. Hype Stat reports that Home Finder gets about 1600 new visitors each day. This is another site that focuses on services for buyers only, however, it does allow for users to gain specific knowledge on particular homes, such as neighbourhood, demographic, lifestyle, and more. A feature of HomeFinder.ca is Home Alters; you can get notifications when a new listing with your specific search criteria is made available. You can also find a local real estate agent or a builder to help you build your home.&nbsp;Overall, whichever platform or App you choose, empowering your home search with the latest digital features will undoubtedly help you find the home you love faster and more efficiently.

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These past few weeks we have zeroed in on the discussion surrounding TikTok and the potential the platform has to be used for calling in young people to learn about and find homes. But until that takes off, what are the most common places younger people are looking for and learning about homes, what else could be good, and what platforms are growing?

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