For many people of? retirement age or older, housing and lifestyle essentials can be affected by changes to family life and health. This is especially true given that many baby boomers will retire over the coming two decades.
An experienced REALTOR? understands that with those changes come a number of important decisions concerning the family home.
For older homeowners, needs vary according to health, mobility and independence. Options for people living in rural Nova Scotia also varies, and a professional REALTOR? living in your area can be a great asset as you prepare for this change.
Empty nest
With a shifting demographic comes a shift in housing needs. For many, with all the children gone, the home may have become too big or too difficult to maintain.
Planning for the future
Transitioning into a new home can take a bit of planning. Expect to spend some time getting acquainted with your new surroundings and lifestyle.
Get the family involved
Having family members assist you with the actual physical aspect of packing and unpacking can make the chore of choosing what to take and what to leave that much easier. You may want to have them meet your REALTOR? to discuss the various aspects of the sale or purchase of your home.
Health and home
Many elderly homeowners look for neighbourhoods that have access to programs and health care facilities that are centrally located and designed with seniors in mind.
Don?t take the stairs!
This is a good time to look at forgetting about the stairs and multi-level housing, since the sprawling urban home may become impractical.
Some solutions can include renovating an existing home to accommodate the potential for diminished mobility, or considering an adult-lifestyle bungalow that includes exterior maintenance and is wheelchair accessible.
Condo life
Moving from a tree-lined suburban neighbourhood may have to be changed to looking for a downtown condo that can accommodate travelling considerations, access to health care and more. A condominium, that houses all your living space on one floor and covers regular maintenance needs is another added benefit when considering a move, but not an option for everyone living in Nova Scotia.
Downsize it
Decide which of your belongings can be sold or given to family members. Have a friend or family member go through your possessions with you. No kids? Call in the professionals. There are businesses that will do everything from organizing a garage sale to helping you decide which furniture you should take with you to your new home.
Originally published in Herald Homes ? September 7, 2012
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Source: http://nshomeguide.ca/evolving-housing-needs/
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