Baby Boomers

8 Baby Boomer Retirement Trends

The Baby Boomer generation has always lived boldly, and retirement will be no different. For many, it will be very different from that of their parents. They won't settle for...
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But my pictures and collectibles are what make my house a home… why should I put them away when I am getting ready to sell?

Good question!  Often the most difficult part of getting a home ready for sale is transforming it from a 'home' into a 'house'… ready for a buyer to transform into their new...
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Clearing out a home quickly… on a budget!

Often the biggest problem in getting a home ready for sale is getting rid of all the years of accumulated furniture, housewares, clothing and just plain junk… whether it be...
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Which states will be the best places to live in the future?

You may be surprised by Gallup's recent list of the top 10 states poised for the brightest future. My husband only guessed one… Minnesota! Learning, workplaces and health habits are...
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Walkability… it’s about more than just walk score

With walkability high on many homebuyer lists of must-haves for young home buyers and Baby Boomers alike, many look to walkscore.com to help evaluate a property. While a useful tool, don't forget...
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Moving closer to family…good idea or bad idea?

When Baby Boomers were growing up, most families stayed in the same area and lived their whole lives with most family members nearby. That changed significantly in the last 50...
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Kitchen design for aging in place also great for kids

Kitchens have become more important than ever as the trend is towards eating at home more again. This makes universal kitchen design to suit all stages of life and abilities an important...
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Single women buy homes at nearly double the rate of single men

You may not be surprised to learn that single women buy homes on their own at a higher rate than single men… and given that women tend to outlive men...
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