Downsizing

What is universal design?

I work with many people who are looking to downsize to one-level living where they can continue to live as they age and don’t have to worry about steps. One-level...
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Where can you find new one-level townhomes?

With so many Baby Boomers downsizing, new one-level townhomes are in high demand… but where can you find them? Builders are recognizing this demand and responding with many new developments...
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What is driving senior moves?

Millennials and Baby Boomers are the two largest generations, and while Millennials delayed settling down longer than previous generations, they are now buying homes, establishing roots and growing families. At...
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Senior Living… options and financial implications

More than 75% of adults over 50 years of age say they prefer to age in place… and research shows that at least half of older adults will need care...
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Things to think about when you cross the “Freedom Threshold” at age 61

A study by Merrill Lynch refers to a significant shift which occurs about age 61. The study refers to this change as “crossing the freedom threshold”… when where you live...
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Thinking about downsizing? Questions to ask first

Thinking it might be time to sell your house and move to something smaller? Maybe a townhouse or condo? Maybe in a dream destination? Before you jump in, ask yourself...
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An opportunity to own a unique one-story townhouse in beautiful Windsor Green

Windsor Green was the first owner-occupied town home complex in Minnesota, and was carefullydesigned to be an enticing reason to transition from a house. Its thoughtful plan with spacious units...
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Weekly real estate market update 3/8/24… new listings leap up, benefits of downsizing

New listings leaped up this week, significantly ahead of new listings last year at this time, and close to what they were in 2022. Not only did new listings jump...
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