Time to downsize?

Downsizing as you approach retirement is a smart move, especially when it comes to property.

A smaller home typically requires less maintenance, which can save both time and money—valuable resources in retirement. It can also reduce utility bills, property taxes, and insurance costs. 

Plus, selling a larger home may free up equity that can be used to boost retirement savings or fund lifestyle goals like travel. Overall, a more manageable living space can lead to a simpler, more financially secure, and stress-free retirement.

Seller's Form

Downsizing Problems

There are five main considerations when downsizing

ONE. Identify your downsizing needs.

  • Assess your current living situation and future requirements.

  • Define key priorities such as location,

    property size, lifestyle goals and style of property.

  • Create a list must haves and must nots

  • Create a timetable

  • Who will facilitate this?

    TWO. Clearance and decluttering.

  • Sort, sell, donate, recycle, rubbish or dispose of unwanted items.

  • Who will help?

THREE. Prepare for sale.

  • Organise any necessary home presentation and improvements or styling.

  • Ensure the property is presented at its best to maximise value.

  • Who will help?

    FOUR. Agent Selection.

  • Interview and select the right selling agent.

  • Who will advise?

  • FIVE. Find and secure your next home.

  • Start looking at all your options and identify and purchase your ideal downsized property.

  • Negotiate the best deal and ensure a smooth transition.

  • Who will help?

The Solution

  • Seek advice from us Waterman Property Advocates we do the lot

  • Our sister business can handle all the clearance and property presentation issues.
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  • Our Seller/Vendor advocacy service and arrange and manage the sale. This service is FREE of COST to you.
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