Top 10 Rightsizing Tips
Rightsizing is more than just downsizing; it’s about making your living space work better for a new chapter of your life. These 10 tips will help you make thoughtful decisions during the decluttering process. 1. START SIMPLE Begin decluttering with the easiest decisions. Tackle out-of-sight areas like attics, crawlspaces, and garages first, discarding anything broken […]
5 Ways to Declutter the Family Home Before Listing
Preparing a longtime family home for sale can be a big, emotional undertaking. How do you sort through cherished things that your family has accumulated over decades? Here are 5 areas to get you started. 1. PITCH THE PAPER We often become “clutter blind” to the accumulation of items in our homes, and paper is […]
Online Resources for 50+ Buyers and Sellers
Buying or selling a home involves many considerations. These online resources can help you explore your options and plan your next move. AARP Resources (aarp.org) Moves for Seniors (movesforseniors.com) Offers senior-focused information, advocacy, and benefits. Includes the HomeFit Guide for making homes senior-friendly and the Livability Index for evaluating communities. Age in Place (ageinplace.com) Provides […]
Underestimating Longevity Could Undermine Your Retirement Nest Egg
article by SRES by NAR Maybe you’ve done all the right things—saving, investing, and managing debt—to build a solid retirement nest egg to live comfortably and cover critical issues like housing, medical costs, long-term care, vacations, and hobbies. But have you considered how long you’ll live? Will your plans and finances be sufficient to take you […]
Boomers Moving Will Be More Like a Gentle Tide Than a Tsunami
Have you heard the term “Silver Tsunami” getting tossed around recently? If so, here’s what you really need to know. That phrase refers to the idea that a lot of baby boomers are going to move or downsize all at once. And the fear is that a sudden influx of homes for sale would have […]
Your Adult Children: A Financial Wildcard
Whether you’re planning for retirement or are already retired, you’ve likely examined all the key indicators to see whether your financial cushion is solid enough to meet your long-term needs. But one wildcard you may not have considered is your adult children turning to you for money or moving back home. Such requests can reshape […]
Essential Conversations When Moving Near Family
Considering a move closer to family? Close proximity can often shift the dynamics of family relationships. Navigating these changes is difficult under any circumstances.
Becoming Your Parents’ Parent
Sometimes, a parent’s decline comes gradually, giving you time and mental energy to plan. At other times, you’re thrust into a full-on caregiving role after a sudden event: a stroke, a fall, or a significant illness. No matter how you arrive in your caregiving role, you land in unknown territory trying to figure out your […]
9 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Home
Traditional New Year’s resolutions usually entail diet, exercise, and weight loss. Why not take a different approach in 2024 by channeling your energy into home upgrades that can enhance your comfort, safety, and enjoyment now and possibly increase the resale value of your home down the road? Here are nine ideas:
The Benefits of Downsizing When You Retire
If you’re taking a look at your expenses as you retire, saving money where you can has a lot of appeal. Learn more about downsizing.