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FAQs

Others frequently ask…
  • Most platforms require you to know the location upfront. Nextburb’s AI helps you find homes based on how well they meet your specific needs. Every buyer is unique, which is why we offer 200+ filters—including commute time, school ratings, home size, local amenities, and walkability—to help you discover the best places to live.
  • Nextburb’s AI analyzes thousands of data points, including commute times, school quality, local amenities, and home values, to curate a list of homes and areas that match your needs. These listings are sent directly to your phone or email.
  • Yes! Unlike traditional search platforms that limit you to specific locations, Nextburb allows you to explore hundreds of towns that fit your criteria—helping you find hidden gems you might not have considered.
  • Nextburb’s filters allow you to search based on:
    ✔️ Commute time
    ✔️ School ratings
    ✔️ Walkability
    ✔️ Home Size
    ✔️ Home appreciation potential
    ... and much more, ensuring you find a home that fits your lifestyle.

  • Yes, Nextburb is completely free. You can explore locations, view personalized recommendations, and connect with agents at no cost.

    When an agent successfully helps you purchase a home, they pay us a referral fee from their commission. This does not increase your home-buying costs—it’s the same model used by most real estate platforms.

  • Yes! If you find a home you love, Nextburb can connect you with experienced real estate agents who specialize in your preferred locations. We won’t connect you until you're ready, so you won’t receive unsolicited calls from agents.
  • Absolutely! Nextburb is designed for buyers who aren’t sure where to move. Our AI analyzes key lifestyle factors to suggest the best areas based on your preferences.
  • Simply click "Discover Homes," enter your lifestyle preferences, and let the AI do the work. In minutes, you'll receive a curated list of locations and homes that match your criteria.
  • No, you can opt to receive listings by email only. However, homes move fast, so if you want to be among the first to see new listings before they’re off the market, we highly recommend opting for text alerts. We can tailor the frequency to your preference—just let us know if you’d like more or fewer listings.
  • We’re sorry to hear that! Let us know, and we’ll update your filters within 24 hours so you start receiving listings that better match your criteria.

  • No problem! Just reply to one of our listing emails or texts and let us know how you'd like to proceed. You can:

    • Pause text messages but continue receiving emails.

    • Have a home search specialist reach out after a set number of weeks.

    • Pause your search completely and resume whenever you're ready.