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Home is where the in-laws are
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk Emily Landes , as published by The San Francisco Standard
· August 23, 2026
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Key points This approach is seen as a way to address two issues: the high cost of single-family homes and the problem of loneliness. Some buyers are considering family compounds as a potential solution.
Some buyers are considering family compounds as a potential solution. This approach is seen as a way to address two issues: the high cost of single-family homes and the problem of loneliness.
Family compounds involve multiple generations living together, which can help to alleviate feelings of isolation. This type of living arrangement is being explored as an alternative to traditional single-family homes.
Further details about this trend are available from the source, which discusses the motivations behind this shift in housing preferences.
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