The Pros & Cons of Active Adult Communities
Active adult communities are an increasingly popular residential option for those older than 55. They offer many advantages, as well as some disadvantages, that you might consider before making a move. As your SRES® Professional, I can help you consider this choice. Before committing to an active adult community, you should consider how these areas of potential concern may influence your decision. Read more
Managing Conflict When Selling a Parent’s Home
Selling a parent’s home can become an unexpected battleground between family members. As the ‘For Sale’ sign goes up, practical decisions about pricing, renovations, and profit-sharing often collide with emotional attachments and old family dynamics, turning a simple sale into a delicate dance of preserving both property value and relationships. Read more
Moving Your Parents: Advice From an Expert
What does the move mean? When parents start talking about moving, it can mean that something is going on. Are they experiencing problems they may not be telling you about? Is the house beginning to be too much? Are they having memory problems? Can they no longer drive and won’t tell you? When a parent brings up moving, you might ask, “What’s the reason behind the move? Is there something you want to tell me?” Read more
When You’re Moving: What to Do With What’s Not Going With You
When moving, it’s likely that not all of your possessions will go to your new home. This raises the question: what to do with what’s not moving? Your options include: Read more
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, but research shows that there are three primary situations that make relocating as an older adult more stressful: Read more
10 Ways to Make Downsizing A Bit Easier
If you’re considering moving, downsizing and decluttering can offer a simpler, more secure, lower-stress lifestyle. Downsizing can also present you with a lot to think about. Here are so tips that might make the process a bit less daunting: Read more
The Cost of Long-term Care and how to pay for it
Someone turning age 65 today has an almost 70% chance of needing some type of long-term care services and support in their remaining years. For many, the cost will place a burden on their finances, with already high costs expected to rise on average over 30% in the next decade: Read more
An Overview of Long-Term Care Alternatives
If you or a loved one is considering a move to long-term care, there are many options with varying levels of care, costs, and benefits. Your SRES® Real Estate Professional is trained to assist seniors and can help you understand the choices in your area, including: Read more
Simple Changes to Make Aging in Place Easier
Many seniors want to age in place, but home modifications can be costly, often reaching tens of thousands of dollars. Fortunately, simple, affordable changes can help accommodate their needs: Read more
What to Expect When You Meet with a Financial Advisor
Meeting with a financial advisor is a crucial step toward ensuring your financial security and achieving your retirement goals. If you’re not already working with one, the idea might seem intimidating, but knowing what to expect can make the process easier and more rewarding. Here’s a guide to help you prepare for your first meeting with a financial advisor and make the most of this valuable relationship: Read more
Tech-Savvy Living: A Guide to Property Technology for Seniors
Property technology is shifting how people buy, sell, and manage their homes and real estate transactions. Although several different types of technology are used in the housing industry, here are three types you may benefit from adopting: Read more
What Does It Mean to Have an Eco-Friendly Home?
Being “eco-friendly” involves adopting practices that conserve and protect the environment. Making simple changes around the house can minimize environmental harm, and it’s easier than you might think. These small adjustments not only help the environment but can also save you money and improve your health. Start gradually, and you’ll be on your way to a thrifty, healthy, and eco-friendly home: Read more
Why Use an SRES®?
Retiring, downsizing, or moving due to a significant life event? A Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES®) has specialized training and experience in addressing the unique needs of home buyers and sellers aged 50+: Read more
