Downsizing Tips for Seniors

Is it time to downsize your home? Making the decision to move to a smaller property is a big step, and we want to help! Here are some tips the team at Professionals Burleigh have prepared to assist you during the selling process.

 

Why Downsize?

• Cut costs

  Cut costs by moving to a less expensive property, you’ll save money on mortgage payments, home insurance, property taxes and you’ll even see a reduction in your utility and repair bills.

• Make life simpler

  Make life simpler by decreasing the amount of space needed to clean and maintain, also reducing the responsibility of maintaining a pool or a big backyard.

• Easier access

  Easier access to transport and amenities will come with a smaller property in a more central location. Most people that downsize will move to a location for it’s lifestyle benefits and with that comes better access to services and amenities.

• Be closer to family

  Be closer to family and children, grandchildren, relatives, and close friends who can help you in times of need, be there for support and quality time with loved ones.

• Medical care

  Medical care might be becoming more necessary and visits to specialists could be more frequent. Relocating to somewhere closer to your medical practitioner may reduce some stress and travel time for you and your partner.

 

How do I know when to downsize?

• Are there empty, unused rooms in your home?
• Can you still afford to stay in your home?
• Is the property easy to maintain?
• Do you feel isolated in your home?
• Do you have a lot of equity in your home?

 

Tips to Prepare for your Downsizing

• Find the right location for you.

  Consider being close to family and friends, or near shopping centres, transport hubs, cafes and restaurants. You want to make life simpler, so choosing the right location is key.

• Find the right property for you.

  Plan early and ask all the questions necessary, investigate the building, learn about the neighbors and ensure the property is right for you and your lifestyle needs. If you’re looking at a complex, have a walk around, look at parking options or transport accessibility.

• Consider functionality.

  You’re downsizing your home but it’s important you find a property that is still big enough for you, your partner, any pets you may have and furniture that you’ll be bringing to your new home. Consider your lifestyle too, will you be entertaining, do you need a garage, does your home need air conditioning?

• Think about the future.

  This property may suit you for the next few years but consider whether it’ll be suitable for you long-term.

 

Professionals Burleigh will cover what you need to sell your home for more!

Nervous about the change? Luckily, here at Professionals Burleigh we are offering a great promotion for all local senior citizens to help with the downsizing process and make it easier to sell your home.

Need help tidying up the backyard? We’ll cover the cost to give the lawns a mow, tidy up any overgrowth or trim back that pesky hedge. Or maybe your home needs a fresh coat of paint, perhaps you’re overdue for some pressure washing on the back patio or you could just use some help with decluttering and moving items to storage.

We want to make the move easier, so contact our team today to find out how we could help you! Learn more about our Seniors Deal promotion here.