Santa Barbara, Louisville and Buffalo Have Soared in Popularity With Out-of-Town Homebuyers Since the Pandemic Began

“Remote work has opened up a whole new world of possibilities when it comes to buying a home,” said Redfin chief economist Daryl Fairweather. “Many residents of expensive areas like New York or Los Angeles couldn’t manage to afford rent and save for a home at the same time. So it’s no wonder that these folks are looking to buy homes in much more affordable places