How to make a move

Is the house and yard getting to be too much to care for? Do you have issues with your stairs? Perhaps you are feeling isolated in your home?

These are often the reasons we see people considering a downsize.

You probably have considered where you might like to go. And when would be a good time for you.

So the question is usually, how do I make the change that is best for me?

The answer is get help from people who know how! You certainly don’t have to do this alone. Together, you can come up with a plan with timelines and solutions that work for you.

Ask the experts

I haven’t moved in over 35 years. What do I do with all my stuff?

Start thinking about what you want to take with you, what is meaningful and which things are just ‘stuff’. It will feel good to gift special items to friends and family.

Next, if the task feels daunting, consider getting the help of a Downsizing company. You can get a free in-home estimate for managing your move that includes everything from packing and unpacking, auctioning, donating and garbage removal.

   

Which house projects do I need to do before I sell?

The goal is to make the property look well cared for and clean. That’s all! Do not take on any big renovations.

We recommend carpet cleaning, tidy-up of garden beds and some small repairs like replacing dead light bulbs. You also want your systems to be in good working order, including heating, plumbing, irrigation & drains.

When is a good time to sell my home?

Thanks to the real estate boom of 2020-22, you have already earned a lot of equity in your home. In fact, the average house owner in Victoria realized $6000/month in home value appreciation in 2021 and 2022.

The current market is considered ‘balanced’, meaning the real estate prices are stable. Looking ahead, it is forecasted that the market may be headed towards a Buyer’s Market. However, demand remains strong for houses in Saanich East.

Did you know?

You can sell almost anything you don’t need anymore using an auction! From cake pans to garden rakes, furniture to clocks, items can all be sold on your behalf when you work with a downsizing company like Home Again Seniors Transition Services.

For more information, call Jill Phipps at 250-984-4044 or visit www.seniorshomeagain.ca