Many homeowners are concerned about regional severe weather and want to be prepared.
According to this article published by NAR, many homeowners are concerned about severe weather conditions related to the region in which they live, and it can influence their relocation decisions.
The Data
NAR reports in their article that 68% of those polled said that they considered the possibility of severe weather when making a decision on moving to a new area.
In addition to it influencing their moving decisions, the article goes on to state that the average annual household expenditure for severe weather preparedness was approximately $150, and that hurricanes were among the events that were most concerning to those surveyed.
What To Do
Coastal Virginia is not as prone to hurricanes as some other areas of the country, but we do still get them regularly enough that preparing for them will be a concern for some buyers.
As with other in-demand features on your listing (such as a pool or large lot), it is important to document anything that makes the home more resilient to weather events. Things like hurricane shutters, a generator, solar power, etc. should be documented during your real estate photography session. Our photographers are always happy to work with agents to capture the unique features of each home that will set it apart to buyers.
