Where would you choose to live if work commitments didn’t influence your decision?
One of the positives to come out of covid-19 has been increased flexibility in the workplace allowing permanent hybrid or work from home arrangements, with a significant flow-on effect in the housing market.
The subsequent impact of changing business models on the housing industry saw an increase in the number of people relocating to regional areas or outer city suburbs as weekday city commuting became less of a requirement.
No doubt escalating house prices means housing affordability outside of major cities is also a contributing factor, along with drawcards such as less urban density, bigger homes and better lifestyle opportunities.
According to a recent survey by Domain, it was the Wyndham region in Melbourne’s west that topped the country’s list for population growth in the three year period post-covid.
Suburbs such as Werribee and Hoppers Crossing also saw a substantial influx of people as did Geelong, Bendigo and Ballarat, along with Casey in the south-east, the western regional areas around Melton to Bacchus Marsh, and Tullamarine to Broadmeadows north of the CBD.
As creatures of habit we might be reluctant to break away, but if a five day per week commute is no longer required of you, do you dare to dream of greener pastures? Ranch-style homes on sprawling blocks of land, where kids can be kids? Coastal homes where the sparkling beach is your front yard? Or even an off-grid sustainable home deep in the bush or the mountains…
If it’s time you sold up and made the break, be sure to enlist the support of a property advocate to help you sell and buy in a new location.
If you’re a first home buyer ready to take the plunge, it’s a good idea to enlist the help of a property advocate. Chat to us about how a property advocate can help you buy your first home in some of the best Melbourne suburbs for first home buyers. Buyers can receive invaluable support and guidance through our Buyers Advocacy Service, and for people ready to sell, our Vendor Advocacy Service helps vendors achieve outstanding results.
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