Article by: Simplifying the Market™Originally Published: December 15, 2022, 11:00 amIf you’re thinking about retirement or have already retired this year, you may be planning your next steps. One of your goals could be selling your house and finding a home that more closely fits your needs. Fortunately, you may be in a better position […]
Planning To Retire? Your Equity Can Help You Reach Your Goal.
Article by: Simplifying the Market™Originally Published: August 18, 2022, 10:00 amWhether you’ve just retired or you’re thinking about retirement, you may be considering your options and trying to picture a whole new stage of your life. And you’re not alone. Research from the Retirement Industry Trust Association (RITA) shows 10,000 Baby Boomers reach the typical […]
Is It Time To Buy a Smaller Home?
Article by: Simplifying the Market™Originally Published: April 18, 2022, 10:00 amLife events can have a major impact on what you need from your home, and retirement is one of the biggest changes many of us face. This period of your life can mean doing more of the things you enjoy, like traveling, visiting with loved […]
Retirement May Be Changing What You Need in a Home
Article by: Simplifying the Market™Originally Published: November 17, 2021, 11:00 amThe past year and a half brought about significant life changes for many of us. For some, it meant entering retirement earlier than expected. Recent data shows more people retired this year than anticipated. According to the Schwartz Center for Economic Policy Analysis, 2021 saw […]
Multigenerational Housing Is Gaining Momentum [INFOGRAPHIC]
Article by: Simplifying the Market™Originally Published: April 9, 2021, 10:00 am Some Highlights If your house is feeling a little cramped with the addition of adult children or aging parents, it might be time to consider a move-up into a multigenerational home that better suits your changing needs. With benefits that include a combined homebuying […]
Should You Buy a Retirement Home Sooner Rather than Later?
Article by: Simplifying the Market™Originally Published: October 8, 2020, 10:00 amEvery day in the U.S., roughly 10,000 people turn 65. Prior to the health crisis that swept the nation in 2020, most people had to wait until they retired to make a move to the beach, the golf course, or the senior living community they […]
Is it Time to Move into a Single-Story Home?
Article by: Simplifying the Market™Originally Published: October 6, 2020, 10:00 amOnce the kids have left the nest, you may be wondering what to do with all of the extra space in your home. Chances are, you don’t need four bedrooms anymore, and it may be a great time to sell your house and downsize, maybe […]
The Many Benefits of Aging in a Community
Article by: Simplifying the Market™Originally Published: February 19, 2020, 11:00 amThere’s comfort in being around people who share common interests, goals, and challenges. That comfort in a community doesn’t wane with age – it actually deepens. Whether it’s proudly talking about grandchildren or lamenting the fact that our eyes aren’t as good as they used […]
How Buyers Can Win By Downsizing in 2020
Article by: Simplifying the Market™Originally Published: January 22, 2020, 11:00 amHome values have been increasing for 93 consecutive months, according to the National Association of Realtors. If you’re a homeowner, particularly one looking to downsize your living space, that’s great news, as you’ve likely built significant equity in your home. Here’s some more good news: […]
5 Reasons to Consider Living in a Multigenerational Home
Article by: Simplifying the Market™Originally Published: October 23, 2019, 10:00 amDid you know that 1 in 6 Americans currently live in a multigenerational household? According to Generations United, the number of multigenerational households rose from 42.4 million in 2000 to 64 million in 2016. The 2018 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers from the National […]