It’s a common question for many who are thinking about making a future downsizing move. “How do I decide what to take and what to let go?”. It’s all about planning with a heavy dose of prioritizing! Sounds easy, right? But what’s important is different for each individual. But in general, there are consistent types…
Read MoreOne of the biggest challenges for any senior is deciding what to bring to their new smaller space during a downsizing move. Sifting through a lifetime of acquired treasures is both overwhelming and emotional. But, as I’ve learned over the 16 years of helping seniors downsize, resistance can still rear its ugly head even when…
Read MoreYou know the old adage, two things you can count on in life are death and taxes? Well, they forgot one. You can also count on “stuff”. Acquiring it, storing it, moving it, dusting it, the list goes on. At some point, it gets too much and it’s time to “thin the herd” to keep…
Read MoreAre you thinking about downsizing in the future but too overwhelmed by the process? It doesn’t have to be that way if you know the most common downsizing mistakes to avoid. For most seniors, just thinking about a downsizing move is enough to put fear and dread into their hearts. Maybe you’ve heard horror stories…
Read MoreAre you planning a downsizing move? Making hard decisions about what to take out of a house full of cherished memories is bad enough, but what if you’re also moving long-distance? That aspect alone brings unique challenges to consider when creating any transition plan. What can you, or a loved one who’s downsizing, do to…
Read MoreWhat would come to mind if I asked you what you felt were the top 3 sources of fear or anxiety that seniors face most often during a significant life transition? Most people I’ve talked with in my senior downsizing practice say it’s being faced with the uncertainty of what’s ahead. Maybe they have to…
Read MoreDownsizing? You’re about to learn 8 pack day strategies to ease a senior’s stress and still be productive. Pack days can be stressful in a downsizing move. One of the things I’ve heard most from clients over the years is that they feel overwhelmed with the number of details a well-planned move requires. They also…
Read MoreIn my last “Is Your Business Secure” post I shared the first 5 essentials that any business should have in place to protect their future. To recap, they were: In Part 2 of this risk management series, I’m sharing 5 additional strategies to protect yourself and your business from cyber-attacks, plus risk protection tools specific…
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