As you get older, your needs change when it comes to housing. That large family home with multiple bedrooms and bathrooms is now not necessary once the kids have moved out. But whether you are looking to downsize or…
As you get older, your needs change when it comes to housing. That large family home with multiple bedrooms and bathrooms is now not necessary once the kids have moved out. But whether you are looking to downsize or…
Today, more than any other time in history, people are living longer and this is having an impact on many fields that haven’t had to deal with this in the past. One of those areas is the real estate…
One of the biggest issues as we grow older is the sense of isolation that you begin to feel. Once you retire, you no longer have direct contact with your co-workers every day and as friends and family also…
The Baby Boomer generation has hit senior citizen status and many of them are finding themselves with houses and properties that are now way too much for their needs. But when, exactly, should a senior citizen consider downsizing their…
After living in one home for thirty or more years, many senior citizens are faced with a dilemma—whether to downsize to a more manageable home or consider moving into some kind of assisted living community. This is not a…
In the world of business, the term “downsizing” is often a scary euphemism for “cut-backs” and “lay-offs.” Similarly, when older folks are asked to consider “downsizing” their homes, the term may take on a negative connotation. When dealing with seniors,…
Speaking with a loved one about moving into an assisted living home is a significant decision that confronts many Americans with elderly parents. Seniors may view this change of life as a loss of independence and a downturn in…
As we get older, there are many milestone moments that define us and our lives—our graduation, our first “starter” home, the larger “family” home that we save up for. Although many people don’t like to think about it, the reality…
There are many reasons for downsizing–moving to a smaller residence, consolidating households, or just wanting to free yourself of all that “stuff.” Whatever your reasons, the process of downsizing can be liberating. Unfortunately, it can also be overwhelming, particularly for…
For many senior citizens, retirement means a chance to finally slow down and enjoy time that has been poetically coined “the golden years.” One practice that goes a long way towards helping with this enjoyment is downsizing. For many people,…