What Is Persuading Everyone To Move These Days?

People have always been moving but what are today’s triggers?

Everyone knows that people have been moving recently for a bunch of different reasons. Other than the usual growing families or new jobs that often trigger a relocation, the recent pandemic has also imposed a new set of needs from our homes. 

According to a recent study by the 2020 Annual National Movers: “For customers who cited COVID-19 as an influence on their move in 2020, the top reasons associated with COVID-19 were concerns for personal and family health and wellbeing (60%); desires to be closer to family (59%); 57% moved due to changes in employment status or work arrangement (including the ability to work remotely); and 53% desired a lifestyle change or improvement of quality of life.”

Given this information, here are some of the reasons why people are moving these days.

Working From Home

In recent years it has been more and more common for people to work remotely, but now it has really increased in the past year. With these types of workplace changes that are now either permanent or where in person office visits are less frequent it is making people consider a move. These moves may be to relocate to a more desirable location or maybe it may be time for a larger home that is more accommodating for a home office. 

Room for Activities

More time at home means more activities are happening within the four walls. As we saw home gym equipment purchases on the rise, stationary bikes become more popular and the like, homeowners will need space to accommodate these items. Pet adoptions were also increasing which requires more square footage while others may wish to have space for new hobbies that they may have taken up. 

Outdoor Space

Outdoor space is always an extension of your living space when the weather cooperates. According to a recent report on home trends by Better Homes & Gardens there were a few popular trends over the past year. These included outdoor kitchens, an edible garden with vegetables and herbs and finally a private outdoor space.

If you are looking for a new home that fits your needs better, contact me and I would be happy to assist you!