Why rightsizing is on the rise with those looking for a unique home

Rightsizing is also about realising ambitions. We find many city buyers long for quieter surroundings and space, and living in the country has been a long-term goal. For others, there is a passion for a particular architectural style, and as we know, Georgian properties are in abundance throughout this region.

When it comes to looking for a home in this area, we find buyers know what they want but not the property they need. Every unique home offers something special; they all have that fascinating feature, a range of garden designs and come in a wealth of sizes. As each is individual, it would be impossible for a buyer to envision exactly one of these homes, which is why the expertise of our team is so essential.

Not all of our unique homes are advertised online, and we also know of properties where the sellers may only decide to move should the right buyer be found. This is why the high-end property market works in a very different way to the more familiar residential sales. We understand the importance of not just finding the ideal home for a buyer but we also know that it has to be the right size too.

When it comes to property, most of us have heard of upsizing and downsizing, but are you familiar with rightsizing? Rightsizing is a term often used in business; in this scenario, instead of downsizing by reducing a team for financial benefits, rightsizing is about adjusting the workforce to one that is an appropriate size for the company. Life is about balance, and we want to make decisions that we hope will improve our future. Rightsizing is one way that you can embrace a change in lifestyle but finding the one that is appropriate for your future plans.

We would be amiss if we didn’t address the impact that the pandemic has had on people’s decision making. The major shift in work patterns has seen a rapid rise in the number of remote and hybrid roles, and according to the 2022 Google Community Mobility Report, there has been a drop in the number of people searching for workplaces in Somerset, and this shift in work patterns is most likely the reason.

Buyers are needing homes that serve as a workplace also. This often includes studio spaces or even an extra kitchen or space to house one. Our homes are more than a place to live: they need to fulfil a multifunction role and yet still be warm, welcoming and relaxing.

It isn’t just workspaces. Many of our buyers are wanting land, space of their own to enjoy, whether that just be for walks, for a small holding or for horses. In many cases properties also need to bring in an additional income, such as places to rent, allowing the business to be homebased, which is often on top of existing work commitments.

Families are still seeking multigenerational properties, homes that can bring a family together, whether the move is now or in the future. This future-proofing of a purchase for multigenerational living is something that has seen a clear shift during and post pandemic.

We don’t just push homes that we have listed at present but seek to find that perfect match whether that is on the market or not. This is only achieved by listening intently to why the buyer wishes to move, what they need out of their rightsized home, but also those little comments that often get missed and end up being the key to their search.

Rightsizing isn’t just about moving home. It is popular with all age groups combining a property search with requirements for their lives, work, lifestyle and future goals. Whether you have had the desire to move to the area for many years or are currently reassessing your needs, we have the expertise and experience to challenge your thinking and ascertain what is really important to you. If you’re looking for your own unique home, contact our team today.