Since the relaxation of lockdown rules allowing people to buy and sell their homes again, Rightmove have reported a huge increase in site traffic. On Wednesday 27th May, Rightmove saw their busiest day ever, surpassing six million visits for the first time, which is up 18% on the same Wednesday in May last year.
The opening up of the market has seen a huge build up of pent up demand for homes, for people who were planning to move. But Rightmove have also reported a large number of people wishing to move after being confined to their homes during lockdown. Over a quarter of people searching on the site, (28%) were not planning a move before lockdown are now entering the market.
This comes as no surprise to us at Home Extension Team as we have also experienced a rise in enquiries. Spending prolonged periods of time in your home during lockdown, has led people to review their living space and how they can improve it.
So what we say to all those people considering a move, why not contact us to see how we can improve your home? If you are looking for more living space, we offer a free initial assessment of your home to show you how we can bring all your property dreams to life. We have over 30 years of improving people's homes and our expert design team can bring ideas to improve your home that you might not have even thought of.
So before you put up the for sale sign, why not contact us to see how we can find that extra space in your home.