My retirement, my choice: Aging in the best place.
This article focuses on aging in place versus relocating. The discussion centers on making a decision to relocate in order to maintain optimal independence.
Downsizing support makes moves less overwhelming for retirees.
Article focuses on move management support available to those who elect to downsize. Also highlights the potential challenges with estate liquidation and donations.
Homeowners can avoid the pitfalls of selling ‘as-is'
Article includes caution about iBuyer programs, selling to a neighbor or friend, as well as the “We pay cash for homes” offers people receive regularly.
Retirees share rationale for moving to retirement communities.
Article highlights three common reasons olde adults elect to move to retirement communities. Addresses moving amidst the pandemic and the decision to give up home ownership for the benefits of community living.
Moving a lifetime of memories: Support makes all the difference.
Article discusses emotional fears and reluctance to take steps toward asking for help. It addresses the feelings of overwhelm often felt by widows and how reliance on their children can be detrimental.
Retirees Find 55+ Senior Living Options Difficult to Research
Article discusses the complexity in today’s market of trying to locate various independent and healthcare senior living options. Provides brief descriptions of common senior living options in today’s market.
Article normalizes the fact that home ownership can sometimes be re-prioritized as we age. Allows readers permission to focus on current needs and let go of long held social norms.
Downsizers share solutions for liquidating extra stuff.
Addresses the trends in household liquidation including estate sales, garage sales, online auctions, and online selling. Pro’s and con’s of various strategies are discussed.
Downsizing with dementia: 3 ways to make downsizing easier
Article addresses the challenges associated with waiting too long to move, particularly when cognitive issues are present. Tips for those facing an upcoming move involving cognitive issues.
Choosing experts over friends: The business of downsizing.
Article provides perspectives about hiring friends, family, or previous agents when selling a longtime home. Addresses the differences between professionals who specialize and those who don’t.
Living to 100: Couples planning ahead for smaller spaces.
Article discusses the issues faced by couples as they make plans for living into their later years. The idea of a “forever home” is addressed, as well as the reasons why some couples choose to move to CCRCs.
Setting list price: A complex matter for longtime homeowners.
Article addresses the key elements associated with pricing a home for sale and the variables related to the market conditions. It encourages homeowners to ask questions and to make informed decisions.