Is It Time To Sell Your Home?

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Jo Carole Haxel - HomeSmart Realty Partners

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Jun 23, 2021

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Colorado - Western Slope

Are you thinking of selling your home to move into a senior-supportive environment? Or perhaps move in with an adult son or daughter who can help with your needs as you grow older?
You may be considering leaving the family home with all that it represents- the place where children were raised; the safety and security of a family unit; the physical space where your oldest and dearest memories reside. For seniors, it can signify the best years of their lives, where friends and community ties were made.
Many seniors would prefer to continue living in their home, or aging in place. Sometimes, circumstances point to selling as a better option, when:

Home maintenance becomes a burden
A major life event forces considering a move
An aging parent who wants to live closer to adult children or other caretakers
Financial concerns can make it difficult to keep the home
Support services are needed that are not available at home

Whatever the reason, there may come a time when parents, along with their adult children, consider selling and moving on.
A real estate professional who has experience and training in seniors issues, who can put you in contact with other trained professional advisors, can be an invaluable resource at this time.
What is a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES)?
An SRES is a REALTOR who is uniquely qualified to assist seniors in housing sales and purchases. The SRES designation is awarded only to REALTORS who have additional education on how to help seniors and their families with later-in-life real estate transactions.
They draw upon the expertise of a network of senior specialists, such as estate planners, CPAs, and elder law attorneys, and are familiar with community resources and services. Their mission is to help seniors and their families navigate the maze of financial, legal, and emotional issues that accompany the sale of the home.
Regardless of when and where you are moving, youll have a better experience if you work with an agent who has earned the SRES designation- someone who is committed to helping seniors navigate their housing transitions successfully.
Editors Note: This article was submitted by Jo Carole Haxel, SRES-REALTOR, HomeSmart Realty Partners, who can be reached at (970) 683-0126.
To Learn More Click: https://www.seniorsbluebook.com/senior-resources/homesmart-realty

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