Seniors

Empty nesters buying retirement nests early

Today's buyer's market and low interest rates provide a great opportunity for empty nesters to buy their next nest… or multiple nests… even before they are ready to move. The...
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Boomers buying 2nd homes closer to family

Thinking of buying a condo close to family as a second home? This is a growing trend that has been helped by the new affordability of condos. Condos are the...
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What is the difference between owning a condo and a co-op?

Condos and co-ops look very much alike… they are both 'apartment units' in a shared building with common spaces and shared amenities. However, the forms of ownership are completely different....
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Multi-generational living trends

Multi-generational households with at least three generations of family members have increased 30% in the last decade, according to a recent AARP study. In fact, it is interesting that the idea of the...
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Important Design Features for 55+ Buyers

If you are a 55+ buyer your preferences are likely a little more focused on features such as a main floor master bedroom… features that will allow you to 'age in place'....
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Cooperatives (Co-ops, Senior Coops)

Although many housing cooperatives (co-ops) look much the same as condominiums, they are a different form of ownership even though both are usually managed by an elected board of directors. With...
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Selling your parent’s home

It is hard enough selling your own home and orchestrating a move. It can be even more difficult when it is your parent's home, whether it be an estate or a move to...
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