Does Your House Have What Buyers Want?

The rise in remote work is changing what countless Americans want in their homes. Many companies are choosing to delay reopening or go remote full-time, so today’s buyers are looking for homes with more space to support their work needs.

As a seller, if you no longer need the extra room that you have in your home, rest assured there are buyers who do.

Remote Work Is Here To Stay

Remote work remains a reality for many Americans. A recent poll from Garter, Inc. shows many organizations have not yet returned their offices: “..66% of organizations are delaying re-opening their offices due to Covid 19.”

And it’s not just companies that are choosing to remain remote for the time being – workers are seeking more flexibility. Research from PricewaterhouseCoopers found that nearly one-fifth of employees want to be fully remote in the future.

The study also discovered that many people are leaving their jobs to seek out remote work opportunities. According to the report, among employees looking for new jobs “nearly one 10 says it’s because they moved away from the office while working remotely and don’t want to go back on site.”

That’s leading today’s buyers to prioritize finding homes with more space, so they can comfortably work from home.

The 2021 Home Design Trends Survey from the American Institute of Architects finds that 69% of surveyed individuals still want at least one office at home. But, it also shows that more people are looking for multiple spaces in their home for remote work and virtual meetings.

What Does This Mean for You?

If your house has extra space that you no longer need, buyers are interested, and now may be the perfect time to sell. Maybe the kids are grown and have moved away or you find yourself alone and using only a few rooms following the passing of a spouse or partner.

Bottom Line

With the continued rise in remote work, more buyers are looking for homes that can support multiple home offices. If you have extra room you’re no longer using, consider selling. Let’s connect today at 508-568-8191 or [email protected] to discuss the unique features in your house and how you can capitalize on any extra space to appeal to today’s buyers. We’re happy to help.

By now, we hope everyone has their power back. We couldn’t have gotten through the storm without the tireless work of utility crews, public safety personnel and others. Please check out the video linked below.

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Enjoy your week…

Mari and Hank