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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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Cozy Minimalism: A guide to storing winter clothes with style and smarts
I hate cold weather. There, I said it. And that means I hate cold weather clothes. I know many of you love big, puffy coats, sweaters,...
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Nov 28, 20234 min read
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Shred with confidence: Choosing the perfect home shredder for downsizing bliss
Between tax returns, insurance papers, pay stubs and mortgage documents, we are drowning in paperwork! The reality is, you don't have to...
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Nov 28, 20233 min read
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Maximizing flavor in minimal space: 15 great small kitchen hacks
Can you ever have enough counter space in your kitchen? Or enough storage? Or a big enough fridge? Downsizing my kitchen is something...
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Nov 28, 20234 min read
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Small space gardening: Cultivating green joy in downsized spaces
I don't exactly have a green thumb. But I do love dotting my home with potted plants and I really love seeing plants thriving on our...
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Nov 27, 20233 min read
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Space saver? The pros and cons of switching to a tankless water heater
We've been using a tankless water heater in our big 1927 home for more than 10 years now. So the thought of buying a smaller space with a...
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Nov 26, 20235 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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15 Questions to ask before renting storage space as you downsize
No matter how much we declutter, organize, sell and toss out, there are just some items we can't part with. But they don't fit our...
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Nov 26, 20233 min read
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Turn your small bathroom into a luxury oasis
I never realized how much I enjoyed a spa-like bathroom experience until we did a major renovation on our 1927 home.Game changer! I'm...
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Nov 26, 20232 min read
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Downsizing your home office: Desktop vs. laptop
Oddly enough, in our huge single family home, I don't have a dedicated home office space. So, much to my husband's dismay, my bulky...
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Nov 26, 20232 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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15 tricks for making the most of your condo's outdoor space
I don't know about you, but I love my yard but I really, really hate yard work. So, I'm looking for ways to enjoy my outdoor time without...
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Nov 26, 20234 min read
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Grocery shop like a European to downsize your pantry
Our big 1927 home has plenty of living space, but not much of that is in the kitchen. We've done what we can to maximize our storage....
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Nov 26, 20234 min read
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Discover hidden storage space in your downsized home
Decluttering is great. But we've found that you can only get rid of so much. Even in a more minimalist, downsized life, we still need...
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Nov 26, 20234 min read
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