When you hear the word “downsize’, what comes to mind? It doesn’t have to be overwhelming and you don’t have to do it alone!
Our goal is to help you redefine, reframe and execute your downsize.
This can be an exciting new chapter in your life! Lean into the aspects that you have enjoyed and be sure to put together your bucket list of activities and experiences. This is the moment to create the life you want.
As you start to plan your next chapter, there are a few things we encourage our sellers to consider.
- Physical needs: Be sure to think about your current AND future needs (physical + emotional).
- Location: Consider where your loved ones are located and where you spend most of your time.
- Finances: Take look at your assets to understand your spending capacity and budget.
- Passions: Do you love to volunteer, golf, garden, babysit grandkids? Take these into consideration.
There are a number of wonderful places to live after you downsize. It all depends on your needs and finances. Here are a few common options:
- Move in with a family member
- Townhouse/condo
- Single floor ranch
- Travel in an RV
- 55+ community
- Shared living community
- Independent living
- Memory care
- Start small: Stick with one room or space at a time.
- Create piles: Keep, donate, sell, trash, pass it down. No maybe pile.
- Think about the future: Consider the size of your new space and lifestyle.
- Pace yourself: You spent years creating this life. Downsizing will not happen overnight.
- Ask for help: Reach out to family or friends to help. It’s a great opportunity to bond over shared memories.
What are the step to sell a home?
We have helped hundreds of sellers with this process for decades. We know the ins and outs of the real estate market like the back of our hand.
