Helping Mom and Dad Move: Practical Advice for Adult Children
Twenty years ago, my grandmother sold her eight-bedroom home in Atlantic City and moved to an apartment in Philadelphia. “Take this tablecloth,” she begged, “this mirror...the china set...this crystal...” And the list went on. “I don’t have room,” I responded. “It’s not my taste...I already have two of those...” I had good reasons for saying “no.” Now I regret those decisions. It’s not that I have grown to like the things she offered; it’s that I see my actions...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
Downsizing: 6 Months & Counting
For thousands of people, moving to smaller quarters is “out there” —meaning some time in the future. But for many of us, “I’m not ready yet,” really means, “I can’t stand the thought of getting ready to move.” On the other hand, for most people, their home is their single largest asset, so maximizing what it will sell for is important. There are many things we can’t control. We can’t control what the mortgage interest rates will be when...Read the rest of this article »Related Articles
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