Seniors Real Estate Information

Where will you retire? What type of home will suit your needs? Real estate info for seniors and articles to help guide you in your mature living housing decision. Contact me today to learn more.

Considering Your Next Move into an Active Adult Community

Posted on June 3, 2019

Every housing decision involves a complex set of factors and moving into an active adult community adds additional unique considerations.

Good News is that a Realtor® and SRES®-designated agent, like myself, can help you with your next move into an Active Adult Community.

Things to Consider
Location

Do you prefer living close to family/friends or in a particular area for health/weather reasons?
Do you want to live in a development with minimal amenities within a city or prefer a more isolated community that meets all your social needs and includes all the onsite amenities you desire?
Do you plan to maintain one or more vehicles or prefer relying on your community’s transportation options or public transit?

Cost

Your options will expand or be limited by the amount you have saved and the sale price of your existing home.
How much can you invest in your new house and what is your monthly budget for living expenses?
Remember to include all homeowners’ fees when making your decision. Also factor in any “Up Front” move-in fees.

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Walkability Drives Seniors’ Housing Decisions

Though a desire for walkable neighbourhoods is most associated with the millennial generation, walkability and good public transit also are high on boomers’ and seniors’ wish-lists.

Though things like quality of care services, affordability, and a facility’s cleanliness topped people’s must-have lists, walkability and access to transit were also tremendously important to survey respondents.

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Retirement Planning & You

Retirement Checklist: It’s important to take a look at your financial picture to see where you are at at any age but, even more so if you are nearing retirement.

Make a list of steps you need to take to assure that your future actions align with your long-term financial goals.

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Choosing a Retirement Destination

Among the most important decisions you’ll make in your lifetime is where to retire. Whether you plan to stay in your city, Province, or move to another country altogether – here are a few important factors to consider in choosing a place to put down new roots. Wherever you look, an SRES® can help you gather the information you’ll need to make a sound decision for buyers and sellers in your situation.

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Online Resources For 50+ Buyers and Sellers

When it comes to buying or selling your home, seniors often face more issues and decisions than their younger counterparts. Fortunately, many sites offer a wealth of information and resources on a wide variety of topics to help address these concerns. But each situation is unique.

Ask your Seniors Real Estate Specialist® to recommend the best resources among these and others.

Age In Place www.ageinplace.com
Learn how to create an environment that is safe and easier to live in, including kitchen, bathroom and other home remodeling, senior cell phone choices, aging in place monitoring products and other helpful resources.

Alzheimer’s Association alz.org
The Alzheimer’s Association works on a global, national, and local level to enhance care and support for all those affected by Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Use the Alzheimer’s Navigator for step-by-step guidance and custom action plans.

CARP carp.ca
Supporting Canadian seniors through advocacy, benefits, and community chapter events.

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Online resources for +50 Buyers and Sellers

4 Reasons to Work with an Exclusive Seniors Real Estate Specialist®

If you are over the age of 50 and considering buying or selling a home, there are many reasons to choose a senior real estate specialist like Rosemary Papp.

You’ve probably heard the saying, “all real estate is local”. It’s a truism that refers to the unique qualities of neighbourhoods and properties—and the importance of working with a real estate professional who intimately understands a local market.

The same claim can be made for real estate clients. Everyone who buys or sells property has unique needs. This is especially true for later-in-life real estate transactions, which may include distinct challenges (floor plans that accommodate aging in place, estate planning considerations, special financing requirements, etc).

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Find your ideal home with my help. I’m your SRES®.

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