Real estate is an industry in constant change. What was popular yesterday is no longer applicable today. With that in mind, let us explore four of the top residential and commercial real estate trends currently driving the industry.
High Quality, Affordable Materials
Like most other industries, real estate has experienced a noteworthy shift concerning the materials utilized for all kinds of construction projects. Among other things, one of the main reasons for this reposition is the COVID-19 global pandemic and its effects on national economies. To put it simply, businesses and individuals don’t have as many financial resources as they did in years past and, as a result, companies should supply them with cheaper goods and services.
Still, one crucial factor to consider is that a price decrease cannot represent a degradation of quality. The consumer will not accept it. Instead, products should be both good and inexpensive.
Recognizing this reality, suppliers of steel frames, glass and vinyl windows, corrugated roofing sheets, and doors and locks now offer their customers an extensive list of high-end, durable products at cost-effective prices. The result is a thriving residential and commercial real estate industry driven by innovation and affordability.
The Era of Residential Multi-Functionality
As societies develop and people find themselves busier than at any other moment in history, the need for multi-functionality continues to grow. Needless to say, time goes by very quickly, and if you have to spend hours upon hours on your daily commute, you will not be able to get the things that need to be done properly accomplished. Not only that, but we also live in a highly competitive environment, an environment where the more you get done, the better chances you’ll have of making a decent living.
Yet, the responsibilities of yesteryear have not disappeared. Men and women in developed and developing countries and cities across the globe still have to buy food, take their children to school, engage in physical exercise, and be entertained. But how can they do it all? Is there even a way to balance their personal and professional lives?
The answer lies in residential complexes that, aside from apartments, also have private gyms, supermarkets, hospitals, built-in shopping malls, and access to public transportation all in one convenient location.
Collaboration and City Development
In modern cities like Tokyo, Japan, Singapore, and Shanghai, China, the vast majority of public services are owned by private corporations. Whether it is medical facilities, train and subway stations, local ward offices, or intercity roads, government involvement is slowly taking a step back in city development. There are two reasons for this.
First, many companies in specific industries have the technology and know-how to come up with better solutions for city living. Examples include heavy industry enterprises with years of experience and biotechnology firms holding state-of-the-art medical technology. Second, in times of COVID-19, sociopolitical instability, and economic downturn, government focus cannot cover absolutely everything. As such, some aspects of running a country have to be delegated to third parties.
Nevertheless, as far as real estate businesses are concerned, collaboration is the key to mutually beneficial prosperity. At present, it is not surprising to see governments working hand in hand with the private sector in the development of sports facilities, downtown office buildings, and both private and public schools.
Availability and a Market for All
Only a few years ago, if you wanted to buy a house or rent an office, you would have to visit a real estate agent or check your local newspaper and magazines listings. And while there were some sites where you could find this information online, there were mostly controlled by the biggest companies in the industry.
Today, things have changed. A quarter into the 21st century, there is now a long list of options for buyers and sellers to find exactly what they need. Aside from the traditional methods stated above, there are now countless apps, Facebook pages, Instagram and Twitter feeds, and many other ways to locate the perfect buyer or the property of your dreams.
In addition, anyone with a bit of industry knowledge and a good network can become a profitable independent agent working on his own time and reaping the entirety of the benefits of his labour.
We have taken a look at four key trends in residential and commercial real estate. They are the boom in high-quality, affordable construction materials, residential multi-functionality, the collaboration between the government and the private sector, and a free market for all players involved. Currently, they are the engine powering one of the most important industries in all societies today.
