Transitions

The importance of saying goodbye to your home when you move

Experiences in a few different situations recently reminded me how important it is to get closure when selling your home… especially one that has been a soul center and source...
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Don’t ask for too many opinions

It's only natural to want reassurance when you are making a big decision such as making a move or buying or selling a home. But everyone you ask can have...
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What makes happier homes? some of these answers may surprise you

I think we have all felt it… some homes feel 'homier' than others, places that make you feel you would be happy living there. It's what spurs buyers to feel...
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Buying into a Senior Coop

A client bought a share in a senior coop this week, which was both like and unlike a traditional real estate purchase. Many times senior coop apartment sales are handled...
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Is it time to downsize?

I have been working with a number of families dealing with homes of their parents lately, both estates and parents moving into senior housing of some kind… which often makes...
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For Retirement Couples, Soul Searching Should Come Before House Hunting

Many couples have different ideas about what their lives will be like in retirement. Before you make a move, get both your dreams on the table separately... then discuss them...
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Creating a Smart Home Buying Plan

When you purchase a home you are buying much more than a dwelling. You are also buying into a neighborhood and the lifestyle that comes with that neighborhood. The old...
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Preparing to buy, sell, downsize… tips on how to begin

We work with people in all stages of housing transitions… from renting to buying a first home… moving up because of growing family, schools, jobs… downsizing because of life changes,...
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