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5 things to consider before you downsize

It seems like everyone is talking about downsizing these days… some as a result of a new consciousness because of the recent recession, but much of it as  Baby Boomers prepare...
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9 Reasons why more than 50% of Baby Boomers plan to move

Baby Boomers are approaching retirement differently from their parents’ generation, when many simply stopped working and 80% continued to live in the same home where they raised their families. Many...
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What is the difference between Universal Design and Aging-in-Place Remodeling?

Universal design refers to building design elements that make a home accessible to all people, regardless of age or ability. It is most common in new buildings, and looking ahead...
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Planning to sell? How soon should you start looking for your next home?

If you are thinking about selling your current home and buying a new one chances are you have already started looking online… maybe started going to open houses. This part...
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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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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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