Being There.
Put yourself in a buyer’s shoes for a minute. Deciding on a home is a big decision. Will the kids be happy in a new neighborhood? Does the bathroom need new tiles? Does the kitchen need new countertops? What size is the backyard? Is this truly the home of their dreams?Â
Now, walk around in those same shoes in a world where COVID-19 has impacted all aspects of our lives, including how we buy homes. Not so easy.
Enter the virtual tour. This incredible tool combines 3D Immersive Models, Professional Photography, and Floor Plans into a virtual experience. It’s a bespoke digital product that buyers love. Suddenly those shoes are pinching less.  Don’t believe us? Check out Zillow’s latest Data on Virtual Tours
Let’s take a walk through the top things that buyers and sellers love about virtual tours:
- Convenience
The person who buys your home might be just around the corner, looking for something bigger. Or they might be halfway around the world, looking to relocate for work. With just a few clicks, they can be instantly transported to a real estate listing and fully immersed. Now, they’re enjoying the home remotely, picturing themselves throwing a dinner party in that stunning kitchen. They’re walking through that gorgeous garden and imagining where the BBQ might go. All without having to leave the couch.
A buyer can view a home in another time zone, 24 hours a day on a mobile device. They do not need to make an appointment and drive over, they can take a tour when it suits them, allowing them to view the home at a convenient time when they’re not juggling family and business commitments.Â
A seller enjoys the convenience of having the home captured with a 3D tour when it is at its very best – no need to clean and tidy every time someone wants to view it.
- Safety
In these challenging times, both buyers and sellers are aware of the limitations that the pandemic brings. Virtual tours allow the prospective buyer to get a feel for the house – its top features, and space – all from the comfort of their home. From a safe distance, viewers can walk through the home as if they were actually standing in that amazing hallway, admiring how the light comes in through those windows. This incredible technology allows a potential buyer to explore the interior of a house as if they were on the premises, and they get a real perception and understanding of the layout of the property.Â
And the best part? Everyone stays safe.Â
- Timeliness
Virtual tours shorten search time for buyers, who want to see a home virtually before they see it in person. Because hey, time is money, and the buyers might have a tight schedule. Virtual tours allow a potential buyer to narrow down their favorites and eliminate those that are unsuitable. The shortlisted properties are then often viewed in person, saving both a buyer and seller valuable time. Only those who are seriously considering the property will take the time to view it in person.
And you know what else? Virtual tours allow a buyer to reach a decision sooner since they’re armed with all the information about the home that they need. It’s right there on the virtual tour, which they can explore as many times as they like. This makes a buyer more likely to make an offer.
- Simplicity
A virtual tour is user friendly; there’s no need to be a technology whiz. If you have a mobile device, then you can be instantly transported into the interior of the home of your dreams. Simple.Â
It’s super easy to share the link, too. This allows the buyer to show their family and friends without everyone driving over to the house. Getting the feel of the interior of the home is easy, and a virtual tour is something everyone can enjoy.Â
- Build Confidence
Virtual tours make a listing stand out from the rest and showcases the property for anyone to enjoy. This gives a buyer confidence. To maximize this great feeling, we offer many different single property website styles, ranging from modern to traditional to exquisite!
Virtual tours allow a buyer to show the home to their friends and family, without scheduling an appointment. They can commit to a home knowing that the opinions of those who matter have been taken into account.
- Save Big
Sellers know that virtual tours increase the price of the home, because of the increased interest and increased visitor retention. This translates to a more satisfied seller, happy in the knowledge that their beautiful home got to shine on the property stage and got the standing ovation it deserved. Thanks to virtual tours, anyone can bid on your home, whether on the other side of the world or across the street, and even the pandemic can’t get in the way. Bravo, virtual tours!
Step inside
When it comes to virtual tours, we’re kicking butt and taking names. Here’s what we know: listings with virtual tours get clicked on more than those that don’t. Fact! They’re more accurate and realistic than static photos. They save time and energy and can help your listing to sell faster and better. Taking your property to the next level is just a click away.Â
Our advice? Incorporate virtual tours into your marketing plan, attract clients, and stand out. Get in touch with our Twist Team to find out more. We’re passionate about real estate photography, aerial photography and videography, Matterport 3D models and floorplans, and we’re always happy to help.