{"id":24,"date":"2023-07-20T14:37:51","date_gmt":"2023-07-20T14:37:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/property-builders.com\/index.php\/2023\/07\/20\/what-are-the-top-10-ways-covid-19-has-changed-the-real-estate-industry\/"},"modified":"2023-07-20T14:37:51","modified_gmt":"2023-07-20T14:37:51","slug":"what-are-the-top-10-ways-covid-19-has-changed-the-real-estate-industry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/property-builders.com\/what-are-the-top-10-ways-covid-19-has-changed-the-real-estate-industry\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the top 10 ways COVID-19 has changed the real estate industry?"},"content":{"rendered":"

1. Increased demand for suburban and rural properties: As more people embrace remote work, there has been a shift in demand from urban areas to suburban and rural locations, where larger properties with more space are available.<\/p>\n

2. Home offices and flexible spaces: With remote work becoming more mainstream, there is a growing need for dedicated home office spaces or flexible areas that can be easily converted into workspaces.<\/p>\n

3. Virtual home tours and digital transactions: COVID-19 has accelerated the adoption of virtual home tours and online transactions, allowing buyers and sellers to view and transact properties remotely, reducing the need for in-person visits.<\/p>\n

4. Focus on health and wellness features: Buyers are increasingly looking for properties that offer health and wellness amenities such as home gyms, outdoor spaces, and better air filtration systems.<\/p>\n

5. Renovations and remodels: With people spending more time at home, there has been a surge in home renovation projects as homeowners invest in improving their living spaces and adding value to their properties.<\/p>\n

6. Increased emphasis on sustainability: The pandemic has heightened awareness of environmental issues, leading to a greater focus on energy-efficient features, eco-friendly materials, and sustainable living options in real estate.<\/p>\n

7. Changing property preferences: The pandemic has influenced buyers’ preferences, with a shift towards properties with private outdoor spaces, larger kitchens for home cooking, and extra rooms that can serve as multi-functional spaces.<\/p>\n

8. Shift in commercial real estate: The pandemic has impacted commercial real estate, with remote work reducing the demand for office space and an increase in demand for warehousing and distribution facilities due to the growth of e-commerce.<\/p>\n

9. Mortgage rates and affordability: The low mortgage interest rates introduced during the pandemic have made homeownership more affordable for many buyers, leading to increased demand in certain real estate markets.<\/p>\n

10. Safety measures and technological advancements: Real estate professionals have implemented safety measures such as contactless showings, sanitization protocols, and the use of technology for document signing and communication to adapt to the new normal of the industry.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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