Posts Tagged “Nova Scotia Retirement Homes & Communities for Seniors”

When is the Best Time to Right Size Your Life?

When is the Best Time to Right Size Your Life?

One of the most common dilemmas faced by retirees is when should I downsize and move to a new place? It’s never easy to decide when to leave the family home you have lived in for decades. I have clients that have been in the family for over 60 years. Here are 5 points to…

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Ways Seniors Can Prevent Falls From Occuring in The Bathroom

Ways Seniors Can Prevent Falls From Occuring in The Bathroom

Falls in a home can result in minor injuries or may even become fatal, but a fall in the bathroom is a commonplace where people can get hurt. Take the necessary steps to increase bathroom safety for seniors who want to live independent lives. A few simple and inexpensive changes to your bathroom can decrease…

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Upgraded Landscaping Adds Curb Appeal That Sells

Upgraded Landscaping Adds Curb Appeal That Sells

When you list your home for sale, don’t overlook the importance of your exterior landscaping as a tool for increasing the volume of potential buyers and selling your home more quickly. In real estate, while you can’t always “tell a book by its cover,” having a home with curb appeal is more likely to get…

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Is It Time to Downsize Your Home For Your Retirement?

Is It Time to Downsize Your Home For Your Retirement?

Most likely your home is your biggest asset. It’s also your biggest expense. Unfortunately, when it comes to retirement planning, the family home is often last on the list of later in life changes. There are many reasons for this delay Emotionally it’s difficult to let go of a home filled with memories. Moving can…

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Beware of Title Fraud In The Era of Identity Theft

Beware of Title Fraud In The Era of Identity Theft

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…

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A Mortgage In Retirement Can Cramp Your Style

A Mortgage In Retirement Can Cramp Your Style

At 65, will you still have a mortgage hanging over your head? Are you a Boomer over 50 who will still be making mortgage payments once you reach normal retirement age? If so, you’ll be like 35% of other senior homeowners, according to the Canadian Association Of Accredited Mortgage Professionals. As a senior, a mortgage…

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