downsizing

Bigger isn’t always better—and that certainly applies to the size of your home. If you’re feeling like your home is too large or spacious, downsizing can be a great way to get into a home that’s a more manageable size. But downsizing isn’t always the answer, and before you make a move, it’s important to make sure it’s the right move for you—and that means digging deep and asking yourself...

If you’ve been thinking about shrinking your square footage and moving into a smaller home, you’re probably well-aware of the obvious advantages: There’s less to clean, heat, and cool, which means a savings of time and money. But that’s only the beginning. Downsizing offers several other, less-talked-about benefits that make scaling back very appealing. Take a look at some of the big things you...

Expert advice from a real estate professional about getting the most out of your largest asset. Been thinking about downsizing your home? See, for most people, their house is the “bank” that holds much of their wealth. It’s most people’s largest asset. Unfortunately, though, a lot of people leave money on the table when they sell it and move on. Why? Because they didn’t know some of the...

For many people, a large, sprawling home is part of the American Dream. But with additional space comes bigger utility bills and oodles of upkeep. Depending on your lifestyle, you may suddenly find yourself with more house than you actually need or want. While the thought of moving to a modest home can be daunting, you don’t need to sell off all your belongings and join the tiny home craze to downsize...