The Special Challenges of Downsizing

There is an emotional component concerning downsizing that makes the process difficult for many people.  

Everyone becomes emotionally attached to where they live. This includes people who are facing a downsizing decision whether it be by choice, practical or for financial reasons. We understand it is difficult to contemplate breaking that emotional attachment to the family home. But many times it should or must be done.  It may serve to enable an older person to manage a home when yard work and repairs become too much.  It may server to preserve a reasonable financial future. It may allow for additional care for a parent or family member who is needs living assistance.

We help choose those key items to take with you to maximize your storage needs in your new smaller home.  We help make decisions and consider alternatives for items with strong emotional attachments.  We can help you make smart choices to help your move be less stressful.

Whatever the underlying reason for downsizing, our practical, positive and  experienced approach will prepare you for the big step.

There is a downsizing bottom line. It is that financial and practical considerations must trump the emotional ones. The warm glow of family home nostalgia will quickly be chilled if the parents suffer financially from trying to maintain it. The negative emotions associated with home downsizing can be overcome much more easily than can a negative cash flow