You’re trying to sell your home, and you want the best possible price for it. Lucky for you, home values have been on a high in recent years. In 2019 alone, 5.3 million existing homes were sold. This means that the price you originally paid for your home may have gone up in value, which is great news for you! The higher the values, the higher the price you can name for your home, which equals big profits.

However, you don’t have to wait until your home value goes to the high heavens, as there are tips in which you can sell your home at a good profit.

Give Your Home a Good Cleaning

Before you put your home on the market, the one thing that you have to do is give your home a nice cleaning. Now, when we say “nice cleaning,” you don’t have to give it a spring cleaning, but it would help to make your home clean and presentable for potential buyers. You want the potential home buyer to think of themselves living in the home, and that’s quite hard to do if the home is not clean. So cleaning the inside of your home is important, but you should make sure the outside of your home is taken care of as well.

If your home has sidings, you will want to hire a power washing service to come and give your sidings a nice clean. If you have sidings that are either damaged or missing, you can call a siding service to come in a make some repairs. As much as you want the inside of your home to look good, give the same amount of attention to the outside of your house as well.

Landscaping Matters

The landscape around your house is always the first thing potential homebuyers will see before they even enter the home for a tour.

As the old saying goes, it’s important to be a great first impression, and the way to do that is to make sure that the landscaping around your house is looking sharp. Make sure that your home’s landscaping is up to par, first by making sure the grass is cut. Nobody likes to look at a yard that resembles the Amazon, so make sure that it’s cut and the weeds are kept at bay.

Also, if you have trees around the house, don’t ignore those as well. It’s not wise to climb on a tree and trim them yourself, which is why you should call tree care services to come out and give your trees some TLC. To spruce up the landscaping, make sure your flowerbed is vibrant and looking neat and looking nice. As we said earlier, first impressions matter.

Keep the Clutter Away

No one likes a home that’s cluttered. Clutter not only looks unappealing, but it also cuts down on the space of a house, which matters greatly when it comes to house value. The more space a house has, the more valuable your home becomes, and that can fetch a pretty penny on the real estate market. Make sure that you de-clutter your home to make it a lot more spacious and increase your square footage.

De-cluttering makes a huge difference for a smaller house, as increasing the space will bring more value than what that space might go for on the market. This is the difference de-cluttering your home can be, so get cleaning!

Update Your Kitchen Appliances

You don’t want to have tired kitchen appliances as the first sight a homebuyer would see. So make sure that you get a quick kitchen renovation that will swap out your old kitchen for a more modern one. You may need to apply for loans to get the renovation, but you should be able to make your money back once you sell your home. An updated kitchen will add tremendous value to your home, so you may need to explore this.

Installing Window Treatments or Awnings

After a potential homeowner sees the landscape, the next thing they’ll train their eyes on is the exterior of the house. At this point, you’ll want to make sure that your windows look great so that it can sell at a better price. Little things like fixing the window awning and giving your windows a little TLC adds up to a nice profit. Case in point: Never overlook the little things when selling your house.

Repair That Driveway

Remember when we said you need to pay attention to the little things? Well, another one of those little things is the driveway. A bad driveway can bring down some of the value of your house and will also make it a bit unappealing for potential homebuyers. Make sure that the driveway looks nice by hiring a paving contractor to come in a re-pave your driveway in bad shape. You don’t want one of the first impressions of your house to potential buyers being a broken driveway.

Bring Light Into Your House

A dark, drab home isn’t appealing to potential homebuyers.

Believe it or not, one of the minor details homebuyers pay attention to is the lighting. In fact, according to HGTV, most potential homebuyers say that good lighting is what they want in a home. So if your home is normally a bit dim, bring some light into the home by taking down the drapes, changing the light bulbs, and switching out the lampshades to bring light into your home.

Also, you’ll want to make sure your windows are clean so that natural light can filter into the home. A bright home brings warmth and comfort, two things that will certainly raise your home’s value and put you on the road to a nice profit.

Don’t Sleep on Half-Empty Closets

Here’s a little secret tip for getting your house to sell at a nice profit: half-empty closets. Now, you’re probably thinking to yourself how does a half-empty closet contribute to the value of your home? Well, it helps in two key areas: space and cleanliness.

A half-empty closet can enhance your home’s square footage, making even more space out of your house. As we mentioned earlier, the more space you can make in your home, the more value it has, and having half-empty closets add space to your home’s square footage. The second, cleanliness, gives off the sense that you are a clean homeowner.

Potential homebuyers love to nit-pick their potential new house, so you’ll want to clear out half of your closet space, and organize what’s left behind. Now, you have a clean, organized closet that potential buyers will love.

Update Your Plumbing

Your plumbing is one of the most, if not the most important for your house. It funnels the water in your home, and if there is a problem with the plumbing, it could cause a whole lot of problems within your home. You don’t want to off-load plumbing problems to the potential homeowner, who will certainly be turned off by those problems. Before you put your home on the market, call a plumber to come in and do some plumbing repair so that there won’t be any surprise issues when you’re showing the home to a new buyer.

Take Professional Photos of Your House

If you take a look at the listings on real estate sites such as Zillow, the first thing you’ll notice are the pictures of the house. In the real estate business, pictures are everything, and having crappy pictures can turn off a buyer no matter how great a home’s amenities are. So if you’re putting your home on the market (which you are if you’re reading this story), take some professional-grade photos of your home so that it can stand out. You don’t have to hire a professional photographer to achieve this. Smartphones in this day and age are coming equipped with great cameras that take awesome pictures.

If you’re not particularly confident in your photo capturing skills, then call around to get a great price on a professional photographer. Or, you could contact a family member with great picture-taking skills to take the photos for you, hopefully for free.

Play The Price Is Right

It helps to learn how to price things, which will come in handy when you’re trying to decide on a price for your house. Of course, the name of the game is to make a profit from your home sale, but while you have pictures of profits dancing in your mind, you must first realize your local market’s real estate condition before setting a price. Research what homes in your city or area are going for, and price your home accordingly. You don’t want to price it too high that will turn off potential homebuyers, nor do you want to price your home too low so that you will sell the house at a loss.

One great way to get a sense as to how much your home is worth is to use a home estimate tool that will give you a basic idea as to how much your home is worth. A home estimate tool is just that, an estimate, which is why it may be best to consult with a realtor so that you can come up with a great assessment for your home. A realtor will know the market well and will give you great advice as to what price you should set for your home.

It may feel like you’re playing “The Price Is Right,” but it matters to get a price that will both attract buyers and make you a nice profit in the long run.

Find the Right Agent

There are plenty of real estate agents who would love to sell your house. With so many agents bartering for the right to sell your home, it is wise for you to pick the right agent. Maybe you’re looking to maximize your profits? You’ll want to find the right real estate agent that specializes in getting the best offer for your home. Or, maybe you need your home sold quickly and may need to explore a cash buy (more on this later). If so, find an agent that is an expert on quick sales and cash buys. For every type of home sale, there is a real estate agent for it, which is why you should spend some time to find the right agent that will be a great fit for selling your home.

Sell to Cash Buyers

If you’re looking to sell your house quickly and still want to make a profit, try selling to cash buyers. A cash sell is just the way it’s advertised, and it’s a great tool for quick home sales. True, you won’t get the maximum buyer for your house if you go the cash buyer route, but that doesn’t mean that you won’t be able to make a profit off of your home from this type of sale. A cash offer on homes can indeed turn a profit for you, in addition to getting your home sold quickly. Don’t ignore cash buyers, as it may lead you to the land of profits.

Put Up A “For Sale” Sign

This one is a no-brainer. How can people know your home is for sale if there is no sign in your yard advertising that your home is for sale? When it’s time to put your house on the market, and you’re going at it without a real estate agent, then by a “for sale” sign that will let everyone know that your house is ready to be occupied by a new buyer.

These signs are not expensive. You can buy one at a local store such as Walmart or Home Depot, put your contact information at the bottom, and let everyone know that your home is up for sale.

In the end, there are many ways that you can sell your home at a great profit. For starters, research the market to make sure that you’re pricing your home at an appropriate price that will also give you a profit. Then, you will want to make sure that your home is clean both inside and outside, and the landscaping looks awesome.

Keep in mind that there are real estate agents that would love to sell your home if you’re not confident selling the house yourself, but research and see which agent would be right for your home. Selling your house can be a stressful time, especially if you’re looking to make a serious profit, but if you take your time and follow these steps, you’ll be able to sell your home and have some money left to put toward your new dream home.

Brr! The winter chill is already making itself known all over the place, which means that it’s time to start getting all of your properties ready for the wintertime. Did you think this only means your home? Think again! If you are a small business owner with a brick-and-mortar office facility, then you need to take care of your business office too.

A good rule of thumb to follow is to take the same precautions with your business location as you would at your home. If you’re drawing a blank on where to start, here are a few pointers to help point you in the right direction.

Service Your AC/Heating Unit

Electric heaters in a business environment are best suited to portable, under-the-desk units that keep your staff’s legs warm, so we don’t recommend them as your primary heating source. Plus, they can pose a fire danger when left unattended or if the airflow is blocked, so we advise you to keep away from them. Rely on your HVAC unit to be working plenty of overtime this winter, but first, you need to find a professional to ensure that it is in good working order.

Please note that you should heavily vet the person who will be  servicing your furnace. Although contractors can learn by trade and do a fantastic job with no formal training, a licensed professional is important no matter what. Furnace installation is not something that just anybody can do properly, which is why it’s vital to ensure that the person you choose has a valid HVAC license in your state. Not sure where to start looking for someone?

• Websites like Angie’s List and Google Reviews are better resources than you might imagine. Although people tend to write reviews mainly when they’ve got something negative to say, take the super low reviews with a grain of salt if most of them are otherwise positive. A tip is to read three-star reviews; generally, these are the most honest ones and give you both sides of the story.
• Does your community have an online help-wanted board? Look at your town’s website and check to see what kinds of community forums are available. Through other members of your neighborhood, you can learn some great resources and get some new names that might not have known before. As a business owner, you already know how valuable word-of-mouth marketing can be, so you can also use this as a marketing technique for yourself too.
• Look to social media. Check out local Facebook groups to see if there are any contractors advertising services nearby, or check on Instagram to see what kinds of jobs have been completed by specific companies. Social media can be a great tool for helping businesses connect — it’s not all cat memes and political statements. (Although let’s be real — who doesn’t love a good cat meme now and then?)

Brush Up On Your Insurance Policy

Business insurance goes hand-in-hand with owning a company, but don’t assume that another year has gone by with no changes. Given the spirit of 2020, you might want to make it a priority to double-check your policy to avoid issues like common workplace injuries and the need for an accident lawyer.

• This is a great time to check on any auto policies that you might have for any business-use vehicles. Make sure that all vehicles on file are current, have valid tags and license plates, and that you are actively using all of them. If you notice that one or several have gone completely unused over the last year, consider removing these offenders from your business policy.
• What kind of weather or natural disaster insurance have you got? 2019’s winter storms reached $2.1 billion in insured damages around the country. Yikes, that’s quite a dollar amount that you probably would like to avoid falling into. Look at any liabilities for potential winter storm damage (flooding, ice, snowdrifts, etc) and consider adding extras to your business insurance plan.

Double-Down On Employee Safety

The truth of the average working adult during the winter: You go to work in the dark, work an eight-hour day, and come home in the dark. There are so very few daylight hours in the wintertime, which can make employees uncomfortable in the early morning and evening hours. Make sure that you address any concerns that staff might have; yes, it’s your business, but how can you run it successfully with unhappy employees? Ask them specifically what would make them feel safer to come up with specific ideas. Some of our favorites include

• Swap out lightbulbs. Any of the old-fashioned soft white bulbs still lurking around need to go. They’re dim, depressing, and the light they cast is so much more yellow than natural light. Replace your lightbulbs with LEDs; not only are they dazzlingly bright, but they last about 50 times longer than standard bulbs. Plus, they’re super efficient, partnering with the best energy companies to make a difference in your monthly electric bill. Make your outdoor fixtures (including parking lots!) the first place you replace them, for both employee and customer safety.
• Install some kind of beeping or bell system on the entrance. This isn’t just some cutesy little thing that stores do; it’s a safety feature that alerts employees if someone else is inside the facility or not. Even a simple jingle bell tied to a ribbon works perfectly well.
• Consider some hired muscle. If your business happens to reside in a part of town that doesn’t have the best reputation, then a security guard might be a good option. You don’t necessarily need to hire a whole team, but even one or two people who swap shifts work well. Just the idea that someone else is there with you and whose job it is to protect you is reassuring to many people — customers included.

Clean Up the Landscaping

New season, new beginnings. It’s surprising how much of a difference landscaping makes to a business’s storefront, regardless of which season it happens to be. If you’re not very good with a mower, hire a landscaping team to take care of it all for you. Some quick, easy landscaping tips might be:

• Rake up stray leaves from the grass, and sweep them off of the sidewalks and entryways too. A leaf blower is a great solution if your business is situated under a cluster of maple trees.
• Trim back any unruly hedges or tree branches. These are not just unsightly, but they can also prevent a hazard if they fall or crack during a wind storm.
• Give the grass one final trim before the weather starts getting really bad. Since it falls asleep for the most part during the winter, grass doesn’t grow much. One last little haircut will keep it healthy until spring wakes it up again.

Sanitize Everything

Come on, did you really think you’d make it through a list like this without sanitation tips? You already know the precautions and six-foot rule, but winter is flu season already. Take the extra time to deep clean and sanitize everything. Seriously, everything:

• Doorknobs and lightswitches sustain so much touching during the day. Walk through your business with an all-purpose spray and a cleaning cloth, wiping down all the doorknobs, light switches, and switch plate covers. Once that’s done, walk through again with a bleach solution and spray a fine mist over everything you just cleaned. We recommend you do this at least every couple of days, if not every day.
• Follow the same pattern with other knobs, buttons, and doors: Microwaves, refrigerators, and stoves in the staff room; any cabinet or cupboard door handles; and mailboxes.
• Give each staff member some cleaning solution and a rag, and have them wipe down their workspace. This includes all electronics: Mouse, keyboard, phone, tablet, or any other device they use during the day. Ensure also that desktops and other surfaces are sanitized with bleach solution or Lysol when they’ve been cleaned.

If you haven’t already, you might consider hiring a professional cleaning crew to take care of your business during the after hours. They can come as little or as often as you like, but knowing that you have someone else swapping the decks for you can take a load off of you. Also, if your business is a large space, it might not be plausible for you to clean it all yourself as it is. Professionals are the ones you pay to do all the literal dirty work, cleaning your office so that it’s shiny — and sanitary — for everyone the next morning.

Patch Cracks and Holes

That draft might feel nice during the dog days of summer, but it’s less charming in the dead of winter. If you’re noticing the hot air escaping from your office faster than usual, you likely have a crack or hole that you need to repair. Walk through your business with a caulking gun and heavy-duty weatherproof caulk, checking all windows and doors, and seal anything that you need to seal. It’s a small project that takes very little time and money, but the amount of money in heating and cooling bills that you will end up saving pays for it time and time again.

Get Your Plumbing Checked

Unless you are a licensed plumber, for the love of any deity you worship, do not attempt to repair any major plumbing problems on your own. Prevention is one key to keeping your pipes working properly, so call commercial plumbing services to take a look at your office building before the full chill of winter.

Professionals can catch any warning signs of a pipe about to burst, anything that might be leaking, or the first signs of rot or mold. They can also advise you on how best to insulate your pipes for the winter to prevent freezing, or you can pay them to take care of it for you. Don’t discount how important it is for someone with a plumbing license to look at your business; you’ll thank your own foresight later.

Again, don’t forget how important it is to ensure that anyone you hire is licensed and state-sanctioned to be performing a trade. Although Craigslist can be a great resource, use it with caution if you’re trying to find a contractor — especially one like a plumber. A good contractor is worth taking the time to find.

Develop an Emergency Plan

You know that one staffer who goes to pieces when they see snow in the forecast? Yeah, you do. We all know that person. Well, to pacify that person and others like them, ensure that you have a firm emergency plan set in place — and more importantly, that everyone is well aware of this plan

Contact information is crucial to making this kind of plan work. Have a very clear chain of command set in place so that if there are questions, there is a contact person, a backup, and a backup for the backup. Something about frosty weather brings out the worst in people, so if they know who they need to contact first, then the likelihood of a clustered mess is lessened.

Your emergency plan might be as simple as a mass text or email letting everyone know what’s what, or as elaborate as a phone tree and carpool system in case of bad weather. Whatever system you choose, make it part of employee onboarding. That Person will always worry and want to text you the moment a flake falls from the sky, but they will hopefully at least know better what to do with a plan in place.

Wintertime might mean red-nosed reindeer and colorful lights to some, but to business owners especially it means more preparation. The safety and comfort of your staff and customers is the lifeblood of your business, and taking care of them should be a priority. Beyond having a set plan in case of a blizzard, make sure that the building is in good shape. Repair whatever cracks and holes you need to, make sure a professional looks at your HVAC system, and get your plumbing checked before the first deep freeze. Prepping your business for the winter is every bit as much an ordeal as prepping your home, so put just as much love into the process as you would with your house.

If you listened to a significant portion of the media, millennials would be responsible for killing the economy. Seemingly every day, there is a new story about how millennials are killing this industry and that industry. It’s true that the United States is currently in the midst of an economic decline, but that’s not necessarily linked to millennials. For one thing, millennials may be making up a large share of the upcoming work force, but they’re not the leaders of industry now. Indeed, most of the lawmakers making decisions that direct the future of the American economy are not millennials. There are also unforeseen circumstances that can greatly affect our economic prospects. One of the most significant, certainly, is the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic forced millions of Americans to stay at home. While some were able to continue working from home, others were forced to take a temporary leave from work, while more still were required to leave their positions entirely. This has impacted the economy on a major scale; but at the same time, it must be understood that there were already problems present, and many were blamed on millennials.

The perception is that millennials are refusing to engage with the economy fully, deciding against buying or investing in certain products that were once considered to be constants. In turn, these industries supposedly have struggled, especially as the buying power of the previous generations naturally wanes with advancing age. But there is much more than what may initially meet the eye in regards to this issue. In many cases, it’s not that millennials have decided against buying into longstanding industries arbitrarily. Rather, it’s that they may not be able to readily afford certain products or services the way that their parents and grandparents may have; or perhaps that competitors have offered similar products or services for a better price, or with greater benefits. Much of this, of course, can be chalked up to changing consumer behaviors that are a part of a naturally transforming economy. With that being said, let’s look into these industries that millennials have supposedly killed, and why that might not be the case.

1. The Diamond Industry

In past years, the diamond industry may have seemed strong and reliable for a number of reasons. Diamonds have long been the most coveted of jewels, and as the hardest stones were considered of a higher quality than others. They are associated with luxury, wealth, and success, making consumers want them even more. For that matter, diamond rings are considered by many the standard for engagement rings. Lots of people can’t imagine proposing without a diamond ring. But changing consumer behaviors, among other factors, have brought a shift to this longstanding industry, taking some of the power away from this jewel. Though diamonds were still strong financially at the beginning of the 2010s, millennials have remained skeptical about their actual value, and in fact, harbor ethical concerns about the diamond industry. The world has become more aware of issues surrounding “blood diamonds”, which have been sourced from inhuman diamond mines that exploit vulnerable workers. Furthermore, many millennials, already dealing with significant debt due to student loans among other things, simply don’t see the value in the high price tag attached to diamonds. Where expensive engagement rings were once the norm, now it is much more acceptable for shoppers to seek affordable diamonds.

Now, it’s not that millennials have been put off of buying diamonds entirely. Rather, many are open to buying stones that stand as alternatives to traditionally mined diamonds. Diamond buyers can still get the stone if they really want it by investing in lab-grown diamonds. According to a survey, about 70% of millennials would consider buying a lab-grown diamond. Lab-grown diamonds are ethically sourced, and chemically identical to naturally mined diamonds. However, some of them are still rather expensive, even if they can cost about a third less than mined diamonds and many millennials are being drawn to alternative stones, not only due to their lower costs but their unique appearances. Sapphires, which can actually come in a clear form similar to diamonds as well as many colors other than their traditional blue, have become popular amongst millennial jewelry buyers, as have stones like moissanite and morganite. Not only can these gems be ethically sourced, but they don’t pack quite the same financial punch. Therefore, it’s no wonder that millennials prefer them. It’s not that millennials have decided to simply go against the grain and not buy diamonds. Rather, it’s that this industry has experienced changing consumer behavior. Consumers expect more from their diamonds and gemstones, and won’t settle for paying a premium for products that they don’t quite believe in anymore.

2. Motorcycles

Motorcycling, as a hobby, has always had something of a reputation among the general population. People that ride motorcycles are seen as edgy and cool, and for that matter were once considered a part of the “rebel without a cause” crowd. Back when motorcycles first rose in popularity, they were associated with counterculture, and it took a while for them to become associated with luxury the way that they are now. The motorcycle industry is yet another that millennials are blamed for “killing”, which truly isn’t fair. If anything, many millennials are becoming more interested in traveling by motorcycle as they attempt to downsize. Millennials like the idea of moving away from big automobiles like cars, and motorcycles are both relatively easy to use and compact. But there are several issues that keep millennials from fully investing in the motorcycle movement, changing consumer behavior aside. For one thing, while motorcycles were once associated with youth and rebellion, those that really jumped on board with this philosophy are now aging out of it, and millennials are often focused on how expensive motorcycles are. While boomers may have had the budget to buy motorcycles to make a point, millennials simply don’t, typically.

The fact that nobody needs motorcycles and they’re extremely expensive relative to their practicality. While they’re incredibly fun and they can get two people from one place to the other, once a person starts having a family or even if they need to carpool, the issue becomes a lot trickier. Of course, there are also expenses on top of the motorcycle itself that people need to consider, like motorcycle insurance, and even potentially insurance premiums going up because they’re motorcycle enthusiasts. Motorcycles also have a reputation for being less safe than cars, warranted or not. While motorcycle riders can use safe practices and wear helmets, there is always a risk inherent to driving a vehicle that is much smaller than those around you and being unable to control the actions of the drivers around you. A combination of the cost of motorcycles, their impracticality, and of course the lack of safety associated with them seems to have contributed towards the changing consumer behavior surrounding this industry, rather than millennials simply turning their nose up at them. If motorcycles were more affordable, it’s quite possible that millennials would be more interested in these compact vehicles, especially if they were made to be more environmentally friendly and fuel efficient. The facts can greatly contribute to how much millennials may or may not invest in a product in the coming years, as many seek to be both more financially conscious, and environmentally conscious as well.

3. The Starter Home Market

One major in which millennials have demonstrated changing consumer behaviors is in the manner through which they’ve approached the housing market, and whether or not they should own homes in the first place. In the past, it was commonplace for young adults making their way in their world, not long out of college or perhaps early into a marriage. But then again, it was easier for previous generations to afford to buy a house at a younger age. Not only did they typically make more money faster; they also had less debt impacting their viability as potential buyers. Therefore, they were able to buy what was known as “starter homes”, which everyone knew they would likely sell later on when they upgraded to larger, more long-term houses.

A major reason why millennials don’t buy houses, however, in addition to the fact that they’re often too expensive or difficult to procure the funds for, is that they’re putting off a lot of life stages for later in this day and age. Many millennials prefer to put getting married and have children off for a later point in life. This means that they don’t need a larger home at first, and can make do with a rental home or even an apartment until they’re ready to buy. The issue that critics bring up, however, also lies in the fact that when people put off buying a home they also put off patronizing related industries. For example, while you’re still funneling money into the housing market by renting, you can’t exactly invest in a kitchen studio rental when you rent a property rather than owning it. Nor do you have much at stake in terms of staying in one place. But this is really a normal part of changing consumer behavior again. Typically, Americans have trended towards settling down later with each passing generation, so it makes sense that millennials just aren’t as immediately ready to settle down and commit financially to something that will take them years, potentially decades, to pay off. Americans are also more interested in travel than they once were, which further takes away the incentive to invest in a starter home. It’s not that they aren’t buying houses; they just aren’t buying as many, or as quickly.

4. The Kitchen

Yes, millennials have also been accused of killing the kitchen. The reason that experts point to is that millennials no longer invest in home cooking equipment, as well as groceries and kitchen improvements as much as they once did because they’ve become reliant upon delivery. Millennials rely upon delivery for a number of things in this day and age. In fact, in states where medical and recreational marijuana is legal, marijuana delivery is popular, proving the extent to which delivery has changed the world. Certainly, a lot of millennials would rather depend on delivery rather than cooking for themselves, if they can. With that being said, the issue is once again more complex than it might initially seem and has more to do with naturally changing consumer behavior than a rejection of home cooking and the kitchen in general.

There are a number of issues the have led millennials to begin preferring delivery. For one thing, it can be less expensive to order delivery at times, despite delivery fees and tips associated with the process. People are less likely to spend impulsively when they’re ordering ahead of time, rather than shopping in a grocery store or even visiting a restaurant in person. For that matter, the COVID-19 pandemic has forced people to stay indoors more than they once did, for their own safety. This is definitely a changing consumer behavior, but it’s not something that can really be changed. It remains to be seen if door to door delivery will be remained as popular as it is right now once the pandemic settles. With that being said, if it does then delivery may very well be the way of the future for many industries, and once that they need to adapt to.

There are many industries, clearly, that are experiencing difficulties at the moment. But it’s unfair to blame millennials for these difficulties on their own. Though millennials may be experiencing changing consumer behavior on a broad scale, many of these behaviors are changing due to reasons out of their hands, or for reasons that would ultimately have happened either way. As history progresses, certain products and services will naturally fall out of fashion and need. This doesn’t mean that those mentioned above won’t recover, but we certainly cannot blame millennials solely for “killing” them if they don’t. There is simply a natural progression that we must pay attention to.