SENIOR MOVING GUIDE

By Storageunits.com

Moving a household is no easy feat for anyone, young or old. Moving as a senior or a person with a disability comes with its own set of unique challenges. Here’s a guide with advice on how to know you’re ready for a move, what to look for in a new home, and how to transition smoothly.

Signs It’s Time to Downsize

Maintenance has become a burden – Mowing may have been an easy task to complete each week, but now it may prove to be more work than you’re physically able to do. You could hire someone to do maintenance work for you, or you might consider a home with less upkeep.

Friends and family are far away – Perhaps all the people you used to know and interact with have moved out of the area, and you’re feeling isolated. Relocating to be closer to your loved ones will put you in a position to attend more family functions and friend outings.

Rooms aren’t being used – Especially if you’re living in a home that used to house more people, there are sure to be spaces that aren’t being used anymore. If you’re only entering a room to dust it, you’re paying for more space than you need.

Years of living have created clutter – Sparsely used rooms can easily turn into storage closets for all the items you’ve accumulated over the years. It might be time to clear away the clutter and carefully store what you really care about keeping.

The price is right – If you’ve been in your home for years, it has likely appreciated in value and stands to make you a decent profit. Consult with your realtor to get an accurate price analysis and know your options.

Next month we will go over what to look for in a new home. If you want to read more right away, more information is available at this link.