The moving process is difficult for just about everyone. For seniors, relocating can be even more complicated, since there are physical and emotional hurdles to moving that affect older adults more than other age groups. If you’re a senior preparing to move, it’s important for you to seek out help so your experience goes as smoothly as possible.

Hire a real estate agent

Whether you’re buying, selling, or both, a real estate agent should be one of your first calls. A pro like Laura Paul can help you with everything from purchasing a home to hiring specialists to help you with the other aspects of your relocation.

Tips for Working with your Real Estate Agent

How to Choose a Senior-Friendly Real Estate Agent

How to Find the Best Real Estate Agent in Your Area

 

How to handle the financial aspects

 Before purchasing a home, you’ll need to get your finances together. Carefully review your mortgage options and how much you can afford to spend on a home.

Revisit the Process for Financing a Home

How to Get the Best Mortgage Rate

Determine How Much House You Can Afford
Why You Should Buy Less House Than You Can Afford

 

Ask friends and family for help

Seniors don’t want to burden their family members, and they often don’t ask for help during the moving process, but they should. Not only will your family be happy to lend a hand, but this will also give them an opportunity to say goodbye to a home they shared with you, and they can let you know which possessions they want to keep.

 

5 Tips for Helping Seniors Move

How Adult Children Can Help Their Parents Declutter and Downsize

Understanding the Emotional Rollercoaster of Downsizing

Downsizing Your Possessions: What to Do With Stuff the Kids Don’t Want

 

Hire professional movers

Moving requires a lot of heavy lifting. Between crammed boxes and large furniture, it can be dangerous for seniors to do the physical moving on their own. Hiring professional movers will reduce your stress, shorten the time it takes to move and help prevent physical injury.

How to Choose a Mover When You Are Downsizing

Why It’s Worth the Money to Hire Movers

Moving may seem intimidating in your senior years, but if you get the right help, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Remember that you’re beginning a fresh chapter of your retirement, and it shouldn’t come with loads of stress.

For skilled and dedicated real estate service, contact Laura Paul today by calling (925) 364-1871 or filling out this contact form.

Article by Hazel Bridges from Aging Wellness