If you're reading this, chances are you've been thinking about it for a while. Maybe the stairs feel steeper than they used to. Maybe the house that once held a busy family now feels too quiet, or too much to keep up. Or maybe you're an adult son or daughter quietly wondering how to bring it up with Mom or Dad.
Whatever brought you here, welcome. I'm Greg Hollander, an Ottawa Realtor® with Royal LePage Integrity Realty, and I spend my days helping seniors move from the family home to something smaller and simpler.
Why this blog?
Over the years, I've noticed that the people I work with rarely worry about the real estate first. They worry about three things:
* Being rushed into decisions before they're ready
* Not knowing what happens next at each stage of the move
* What to do with everything they own, including a lifetime of furniture, photos, and memories
Those worries are completely reasonable. They're also the reason I built The Next Stage Method, the step-by-step approach I use with every client. This blog is where I'll share that approach with anyone who needs it, whether or not you ever become a client.
What you'll find here
* Practical, plain-language guidance on each step of downsizing
* Honest talk about the emotional side of leaving a home you love
* Clear updates on the Ottawa market and what they mean for downsizers
* Real stories (shared with permission) from people who've made the move
* Advice for families helping a parent through the process
I'll be honest with you, even when the answer isn't the one you were hoping for. That's a promise.
Stay in touch
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And if you have a question you'd like me to answer in a future post, send it my way. Chances are someone else is wondering the same thing.
Here's to your next stage.
Greg