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Need a change in your life? Consider downsizing with less space and fewer possessions. You can spend less time and money cleaning, organizing, and maintaining things and focus on other priorities. 10 Tips for Downsizing 1. Boomer and senior need less space. Large homes with multiple levels and a big yard represent your past, while…
The one thing that unites young buyers is they do not want to buy a place that looks old and dinghy and needs lots of unexpected, expensive repairs – regardless of when it was built. They are looking for something that allows them to move in and do minimal work to update the property. Making…
In our era of identity theft, title fraud costs Canadians $300 million annually. It’s a serious problem that often impacts older adults. What is Title Fraud? Title fraud occurs when someone other than the lawful owner transfers the property to themselves or obtains a new mortgage to pull cash out of the house. This leaves…
In our era of identity theft, title fraud costs Canadians $300 million annually. It’s a serious problem that often impacts older adults. What is Title Fraud? Title fraud occurs when someone other than the lawful owner transfers the property to themselves or obtains a new mortgage to pull cash out of the house. This leaves…
Around the holidays, people celebrate the joys of home and family. For an expanding generation of boomers and seniors, these times reinforce the joys of living independently in the family home. While some have made the choice to downsize and rent an apartment, or even to embrace assisted living, you may still want to continue…
If you’re approaching retirement or already there, you might be thinking of downsizing to a home that will be accessible to you as you get older. Alternatively, you may say that you never want to leave your beloved home. Here’s a reality check: Along with the memories, your home may also be filled with stairs,…