When COVID-19 shocked the world in 2020, many people made predictions about how the pandemic would change our future. For example, some people said it would fundamentally change the way we work and live and that higher cost-of-living places like Toronto would see prices drop as people left. That prediction didn't quite come true as housing prices soared there. However, one prediction that has come true is that reaching would-be homebuyers online is more important than ever.
Why Virtual Tours for Pre-Construction Are Here To Stay
Selling Pre-construction During a Pandemic: 3 Reasons Why Virtual Tours Are Perfect
The trick for pre-construction sellers is to get people to view their properties in a safe, efficient, and exciting manner. Fortunately, with virtual tours, developers don't have to worry about risking anyone's health. They can invite people to see their new properties at any time of day or night and bypass the pandemic. Here are three ways virtual tours help pre-construction developers sell their inventory in the middle of an epidemic.
3 Reasons Why Your Listing Needs a Virtual Tour
3 Critical Ways Real Estate VR Will Sell Pre-Construction Properties
Selling in the pre-construction phase has historically been quite difficult. Would-be buyers are wary of purchasing something that isn't tangible. You can show buyers photos and mocks of the building. You can show prospects the land and neighbourhood, but without being able to get a feel for the property itself, the sales pitch winds up being an uphill battle. Selling during the pre-construction phase is crucial to builders, however. It provides the company with the money and confidence necessary to complete the project successfully.