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 It's hard
to let go of a home filled with a lifetime of memories. Eventually it will
happen so focusing on the positives is important. Some don’t want to be a burden to their children.
Others just want to get to a place that will provide carefree
living away from the headaches of home maintenance. It is liberation day when they move into a retirement apartment or
townhouse where the weight is taken off the shoulders. "Why
didn't we do this sooner."
The first
question in moving is, “where???”.
Is family now living far away more important than a lifetime of
neighbours, roots in your community, and knowing where the best garage is
to fix your car. If you are
moving to be with family, spend two weeks living with them.
If you like the community and still get along with your family,
then consider that as a strong possibility. You may be more satisfied and
have less stress if you stay where life is simpler understandable.
Old friends and the corner café are part of your life and leaving
them may be the wrong thing.
After
deciding “where,” knowing “what”
you want is the next step. This web site is full of options and will not be repeated
here. It important to say
that your choices may be limited by the size of the community in which you
want to live. You may have to
be flexible. There are very
few perfect situations. Do
you want a lawn? Do you need
a garage? How much care, if
any, do you need?
Obviously
the next "w" is "when."
Deep down you will know the right time. Don't let anyone talk you
into moving without careful consideration. However, the answer of
"when" is usually sooner rather than later. The natural
tendency is to put off the move, sometimes until a decision is made for
you by your health or other factors outside of your control. Do this
while you can. Do this while you can still enjoy your new
home.
 It
is time to get ready to sell
your house. When you've sell
your current home. Get several comparative market analysis of your home to
determine its approximate market value. Use the contact with the realtors
to decide which one best understands your needs and is best able to sell
your home.
Homes
in move-in condition sell for the most money in the least amount of time.
If you've been in your home for a long period of time, the decor may be
dated and there may outstanding maintenance issues. Preparing well in
advance gives you time to get done those things that will help sell the
house. If you don’t do the
preparatory work you will get less from the sale.
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