California-based realtor Megan Micco adds that good bones can also refer to other key elements of the home’s infrastructure, like the roof or the quality of materials used in the construction. Bottom line: You can rest assured knowing a house with “good bones” is sturdy and safe enough to live in.
Home Sales in December Jump 5.1%, Biggest Gain in Nearly 2 Years
Uncertainty about the job market is also making prospective buyers nervous about making a big purchase. “Buyers are being really choosy,” said Megan Micco, a real-estate agent in Berkeley, Calif. “Buyers are saying, ‘If I lose my job, we need to be able to cover this...
