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Should You Age in Place or Right Size Your Home?

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John has experience using Universal Design principles in the evaluation of existing single-family homes to determine whether a home allows for aging in place should future mobilization problems occur. John has unique experiences with a construction degree, 20+ years of real estate experience, and having trained an accomplice to be a home inspector. As the CEO/Creator of the largest Boomers and Seniors Expo in Minnesota and Wisconsin for several years, John had the foresight to understand there was a need to provide the expos as a resource for the aging population where 100+ companies and services were all under one roof.  Contact John for a FREE mobility analysis on your home before having expensive renovation work performed that may not allow for aging in place should medical misfortune strike.

 

Greater Twin Cities Metro: Should You Age in Place or Downsize?

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Are you a homeowner in Woodbury, Stillwater, Lake Elmo, West Lakeland, St. Paul, or the Greater Twin Cities Metro area and wondering whether to age in place or downsize? This is a big decision—one that affects your finances, lifestyle, and long-term comfort. Let’s explore the pros and cons so you can make the right choice for your future. 🏡 Can Your Current Home Support Your Future Continue Reading

St. Croix County and Pierce County: Should You Age in Place or Downsize?

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If you are a homeowner in St. Croix County or Pierce County—whether you live in Hudson, New Richmond, River Falls, or Somerset—you may be asking yourself a big question as you approach retirement: Should I stay in my current home or downsize to something more manageable? This isn’t just about real estate—it is about your lifestyle, finances, and future comfort. Let’s take a closer look at both Continue Reading

Pros and Cons of Staying In My Home or Moving to a New Home in Retirement

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Should You Stay or Move in Retirement? Key Considerations for the Next Chapter If you're nearing retirement and live in the Greater Twin Cities Metro or Western WI, you're likely weighing a big decision: Should I stay in my current home, or is it time to move to something better suited for the years ahead? There’s no universal answer—this choice depends on your health, finances, and personal Continue Reading

Retire in Place or Make a Move? 3 Things Every Homeowner Must Consider

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Wresting with the decision to retire in place or make a move? You are not alone, as tens of thousands of retirees every day are trying to decide and make this very same decision. If retirement is on your horizon, you’ve likely asked yourself a big question: Should I stay in my current home, or is it time to move somewhere more manageable? It’s not a one-size-fits-all decision, and the correct Continue Reading

Age in Place vs. Downsizing: What Minnesota Residents Need to Know Before Moving to Hudson, WI

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Many Minnesota homeowners dream of aging in place, but is it the best choice for long-term comfort and finances? While nearly 90% of people prefer to stay in their homes, most properties aren’t designed for mobility challenges, even after costly renovations. Renovations can be costly, with stair lifts exceeding $20,000, bathroom remodels ranging from $18,000 to $40,000 (and occasionally Continue Reading

Living in Hudson, WI: Why It’s the Perfect Place to Call Home for Retirees!

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Why Hudson, WI, is the Perfect Place to Call Home for Retirees Are you approaching retirement and wondering whether to age in place in your current home or downsize to something smaller and more manageable? As husband-and-wife realtors with over 40 years of combined experience, John and Becky Durham are here to help guide you through this important decision. With our expertise in Continue Reading