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When to Downsize: 13 Signs it may be Time for a Change
A neighbor once told me that "a house is a big box that sits in the elements and rots. And it's your job to maintain it." And while he...
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Dec 5, 20233 min read
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Downsizing after Divorce: Choosing a Smaller Space after this Big Life Event
Divorce is undoubtedly one of life's most challenging transitions. As you navigate the emotional roller coaster, there's also the...
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Dec 3, 20234 min read
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Check Out These 11 Must-Haves When You Design Your Smaller Home
I've found that even the thought of moving from a large home to a much smaller space can be really intimidating. But look at it as a...
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Dec 3, 20233 min read
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Downsizing with Dogs: What to look for in the Perfect Pooch-Friendly Pad
We have a big issue complicating our downsizing plans. Actually, it's three issues. Our 3-pack of dachshunds. They are enjoying their...
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Dec 2, 20233 min read
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Time to downsize? 11 Benefits of moving to a smaller home in retirement
I can't wait to retire. Travel more. Spend less. It all sounds great. Except for that no paycheck thing. That's a big obstacle. One...
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Dec 2, 20232 min read
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Navigating the downsizing adventure with kids: A guide to simplifying family life in a smaller home
You may think that the biggest financial commitment you'll ever make is buying a home. But the reality is that for most people, it's...
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Dec 1, 20233 min read
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Here are 9 things modern RV living can teach us about downsizing
We have some good friends who just spent three years touring the country in an RV (recreational vehicle). They loved it. And while we...
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Nov 30, 20233 min read
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Successfully hosting the holidays in your smaller, downsized home
My husband and I both come from big families, so we're used to hosting lots of folks at the holidays. We love big dinners and crowds...
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Nov 29, 20233 min read
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Hold on to your wallet: The 11 hidden costs of downsizing
"If we're saving so much money, why do I feel so broke?" Those were my exact words as we went through the process of downsizing to a much...
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Nov 28, 20234 min read
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Local parks: A big backyard for your smaller space
As much as we've come to dread yard work, I'm afraid we'll desperately miss our backyard. So we've chosen to redefine our backyard and...
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Nov 26, 20233 min read
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Embracing tranquility - sound deadening in smaller spaces
When we first considered downsizing, my mind immediately went to my college apartment and the constant noise from four roomates. But...
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Nov 26, 20234 min read
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Here are 5 pros and 5 cons of downsizing to a condo
Our downsizing plans include living in a small condo for at least part of the year. And after decades of single-family home life, visions...
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Nov 26, 20233 min read
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Downsizing for dollars: Your checklist for a profitable yard sale
Are you ready to declutter your home and make some extra cash in the process? A yard sale might just be the answer you're looking for....
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Nov 26, 20233 min read
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Downsizing checklist - answer these 9 questions before choosing a smaller space
I'm not going to lie: the decision to downsize didn't come easy for us. Sometimes it can feel like we're giving up too much; the...
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Nov 26, 20234 min read
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Here's the 411 on Estate Sales: Downsizing Made Easy?
When my parents passed away a few years ago, it was easier to store their stuff in our basement and closets and spare rooms than deal...
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Nov 26, 20236 min read
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