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Housing

Housing is a HUGE topic. When we say housing what comes to mind?
Buying a home, selling a home, decluttering a home, buying or selling a second home like a cottage or trailer. Maybe modifying your home to stay home longer, or deciding to move  to an assisted facility or long term care facility. Many housing things to read about.

When people are considering a move there is a roller coaster of emotions.    Should I move?  Should I stay?…. Is it a good decision or possibly a bad one?….Am I making a mistake? What if….I don’t fit in?… People...
Often we consult with seniors, boomers or family members about DOWNSIZING. A frequently asked question is, “What should we bring to the retirement residence (condo or apartment?) ” Their expectations are, that with a floor plan, we will be able to...
Living independently is important at any age. You get the freedom to do what you want – within reason – to eat what you want – again, healthily and within reason – and to just enjoy life the way...
Before you start shouting any yee-haw’s or buckaroo’s, there’s a few things to know if you’re planning on looking at any El Paso houses for sale. Texas as you know, is a huge state and home to many famous...
Image source The fast pace of modern life simply urges homeowners to create serene places where they can retreat when they’ve had enough. A spruced-up bathroom is one option but a beautifully-decorated yard is also suitable for a retreat. Just think...
The most common mistake people make when downsizing to a home, apartment or retirement residence is to make a decision on emotion and not on two main considerations: 1. What can they afford. 2. What is the lifestyle that would work...
“Living in Place”, the Older Women’s Network’s housing campaign, calls for a change to the Ontario Building Code to require that ALL new residential buildings be 100% universal design or easily adaptable, so that anyone of any age or ability can live...
Staying safe in your home is very important. It is easy to become complacent in an environment that you are used to and familiar with, but the reality is around one in three adults over 65 who live at...
The Older Womenʼs Network Housing Committee is calling for a change to federal and provincial building codes to require that all new multi-unit buildings be Universal Design. Universal Design will accommodate everyone of any age or ability. True universal design goes beyond mere...
Is your life’s golden years fast approaching? If you’re in the twilight years of your career, the importance of finding comfort and security during your retirement years cannot be overstated. While many seniors look to downsize their houses or move...