Recently, a new IPCC report (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) was released. It had sobering if not unexpected conclusions on the rate of global climate change. For those who are downsizing to a new location, you may want to reconsider the location. The best places to live considering climate change may become a very hot real estate …
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Decluttering and minimizing a lifetime of possessions is a major component of any home downsizing project. It is probably the most grueling and difficult part of any downsizing. So, there will be a series of posts on this issue each geared to for particular phases of a clean out. In this post, I will suggest …
Getting started on letting go – 4 home decluttering hacks…Read More »
Please note: this post contains affiliate links. You can read the full disclosure in the footer section at the bottom of this page. When trying to manage small space issues, most people don’t give their coffee table a second thought as a storage solution. But a coffee table can take on many forms. A coffee table can …
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People downsize for many reasons and in many ways. For those who are relocating, it can be hard to find the best low cost of living cities for your downsized life is very important. After all, one of the primary purposes of downsizing is to get your living expenses under control. There are two primary …
Relocation hacks – find the best low cost-of-living cities…Read More »
There are lots of tips out there about how to decorate when you have an adjoining small living room and kitchen combo. Both living areas and kitchens are considered to be part of the “heart of the home”. Nevertheless, they have two distinct functions, so creating a sense of separation is important. But, it is …
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Can kitchen organization ideas for small spaces really make a difference? When most people think of organization hacks for small kitchens, they mostly think in terms of making do with fewer accessories and appliances. As in all things, you need to be realistic when you are downsizing. If you have a collection of kitchen appliances and gadgets …
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When should you downsize your home? As a real estate agent, I get asked this quest a lot. My usual answer is that it depends. Let’s start out by saying that everyone’s situation is unique and that there is no truly perfect time to downsize. Good reasons to downsize… You no longer need your excess space. …
When should you downsize your home? It’s that timing thing…Read More »
Making a small room look big – or at least bigger is a major issuel when you are in a small space. Many people give in to “shoebox syndrome”. They reconcile themselves to the fact that they live in a shoebox and compensate by spending as little time in their own home as they can. …
Making a small room look big – Shoebox to showcase…Read More »
There are many reasons for downsizing your home. Since downsizing is a major undertaking, most people who decide to do so have more than one reason in play. These reasons fall into two general categories. The most obvious reasons are financial, but people downsize because they are also seeking a change in lifestyle. There are …
Reasons for downsizing your home – Part 1 – dollars & cents…Read More »
