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When my husband and I got married, we each had our own homes. I had a one-story, 3-bedroom home, while my husband had a 2-story, two-bedroom townhome. At first, we compared the pros and cons of each house. For instance,…
Separating Fact from Fiction: Top Reverse Mortgage Myths Debunked To help homeowners make educated decisions, Eric Steenstra and his team have identified and debunked the most common myths surrounding reverse mortgages, specifically focusing on the federally insured Home Equity Conversion…
Ready to simplify life and make space for what matters most? Join us for a fun, relaxed day all about taking the stress out of downsizing! Whether you’re thinking about moving to a smaller home or just want to make…
RICHMOND, Va. — Making a home safer as you get older doesn’t always require a major renovation. Small changes, like adding grab bars or improving lighting, can help people stay safe and independent in their homes. During National Aging in Place…
For many older adults, aging in place sounds pretty simple: stay in the home you love for as long as possible. Independence doesn’t have to mean going it alone. In fact, having the right support can help you remain independent…
A few weeks. That is how long some new residents in one Noblesville neighborhood say it took before the place stopped feeling new and started feeling like home. Moving after 55 can be a big, nervous step, with boxes, paperwork and…
After years spent maintaining a family home, the prospect of downsizing to somewhere smaller, warmer and easier to manage can seem like a sensible next step. It might even release some much-needed equity for retirement, travel or to help the…
Discover aging in place home modifications that help older adults stay safe, prevent falls, improve accessibility, and maintain independence at home. A person’s age is not a reason to compromise on comfort and freedom of home living. A lot of…
On loving a home that still fits â and knowing, somewhere in the back of your mind, that it wonât forever. Aging in place, for now On loving a home that still fits — and knowing, somewhere in the back…
Oct 13, 2026, 09:00 ET With 64.6 million Americans now 65 or older, the modernized program gives people from many backgrounds the training, tools and business playbook to do in-home safety assessments. "I spent years helping people find their next career, and I have rarely…