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The Top Reasons To Downsize When You Retire

August 12, 2022 by Patrick Jones

If you have been in your house for a long time, there is a great chance that you have paid off almost the entirety of your mortgage. Furthermore, your home may have even gone up in value by tens of thousands of dollars.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Downsizing, Mortgage, Retirement

From Big to Small: How to Downsize from a Large House to a Smaller, More Efficient Home

August 25, 2020 by Patrick Jones

If you're moving from a large home into a smaller house or condo, you're probably looking forward to enjoying a lower heating bill and not having to do as much cleaning. But before you move, you'll want to take certain precautions to ensure that you're not overwhelmed.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tips Tagged With: Downsizing, Moving Tips, Selling a Home

5 Important Benefits Of Downsizing Your Home

July 19, 2019 by Patrick Jones

After the children are all grown and moved out, the family home often feels excessively large and empty. If you're in this stage of life, you may be wondering if you should downsize like so many others, or stay put. Downsizing may be the best option, depending on your lifestyle.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Downsizing, Organizational Tips, Real Estate

Pros and Cons of Downsizing After Retirement

August 15, 2018 by Patrick Jones

With Baby Boomers already rolling into retirement and Gen X looking forward to shrugging off the stress of the 40-hour work week, downsizing could be a strategic move.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Downsizing, Real Estate, Retirement

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