How downsizing can feel like a new adventure close to home By Caroline Andrews Sometimes, the most exciting journeys don’t require a passport. For many Canadians 55 and older, one of life’s greatest adventures is the journey of moving into a new community. Downsizing, whether it’s to a smaller home, a condominium or a...
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Why downsizing can be your ticket to a richer life By Caroline Andrews When people talk about travel, they often describe the thrill of stepping off a plane, feeling the sun on their face and leaving behind the routines of everyday life. But what if you could capture that same sense of freedom every single day without boarding...
By Caroline Andrews As retirement approaches, many Canadians are reevaluating what their ideal lifestyle looks like. Gone are the days of one-size-fits-all retirement plans. Today, the “new retirement dream” is more personal, more flexible and more diverse than ever. For some, it means embracing urban energy in a...
By Caroline Andrews For many homeowners approaching retirement, the idea of selling the family home comes with both excitement and hesitation. But once the decision to downsize is made, the next question often arises: should I buy again, or consider renting? Traditionally, homeownership was seen as the ultimate financial...
By Caroline Andrews If you’re thinking about downsizing — whether it’s to simplify life, move into a smaller home, rent instead of own or transition into a retirement community — you’re not alone. More and more people are choosing to let go of the excess and focus on freedom, comfort and ease. But let’s...
There’s no checklist long enough or calendar organized enough to prepare someone for the emotional complexity of downsizing. The process is never just about square footage. It’s about letting go—of objects, routines, identities and, often, the very home where decades of memories were made. If you’ve ever opened a closet...
