Looking to Downsize? Here are 5 Essential Tips You Need to Know.
1. Start Early
It’s important to start going through your possessions early when moving to avoid making rushed decisions and to have measurements of your new place handy.
2. Divide and Conquer
To declutter your home before moving, set up bins for items you want to keep, sell, donate, toss, and work through each room. Additionally, remember that a clean and uncluttered home will show better in staging photos and when buyers or renters visit.
3. Go Digital
Shred old documents you don’t need. Scan the ones you still need and change the delivery method to email to reduce paper clutter at the new place. Download movies, music and photos instead of bringing physical copies, except those close to your heart.
4. Invest in Good Movers
Consider hiring a company to pack, move and unpack your things to avoid doing all the heavy lifting before, during and after the move. This will give you peace of mind and relieve the stress of moving.
5. Give Yourself Time to Reminisce
Downsizing can have an emotional impact and can be difficult for many people. Change can be challenging, even if it's exciting. Your real estate agent can help make the transition smooth and trouble-free.
Are you thinking of downsizing?
Our team can help guide you through the process of selling, moving, and helping you to find the perfect home to move into.
