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thing they can to make this process as stress free as possible. eling internationally. This extra person can help navigate
For many homeowners the thought of strangers walking and ensure all your needs are met.
through their home when it is for sale can be scary and over- Seniors have the opportunity to travel more and can
whelming. Your SRES Realtor can tailor the marketing and make such travel easier in various ways.
showing process to meet your individual needs. They will cre-
ate a strategy for showing your home that includes protocol for Tips for living with
COVID 19. low vision
Moving out of state to a warmer climate or closer to chil-
dren and grandchildren? Your SRES Realtor is connected and
involved in a vast referral network so they can help you find a Visual impairment affects people of all ages and all
trustworthy Realtor with similar qualifications where you are walks of life. The American Foundation for the Blind de-
moving to. fines visual impairment, often referred to as “low vision,”
If you are interested in learning more about a SRES or find-
What is an SRES & why ing one near you, visit http://www.sres.realtor on the internet as any vision problem that is severe enough to affect an
individual’s ability to carry out the tasks of everyday living.
should you work with one? and click on the tab “Work With an SRES.” Millions of people have some degree of visual impairment
that requires corrective lenses, and some still struggle
By: Jennifer Herron Underwood, Realtor, ABR,CRS, SRES,
(440) 371-2862 email:jenherronunderwood@gmail.com even while wearing glasses or contact lenses.
Moving can be very traumatic for older adults, especially People with low vision can experience difficulty per-
those that have lived in their current home for decades and forming daily activities, such as cooking, shopping, read-
raised their family there. Leaving the home behind can be both 8 tips for senior travelers ing, watching television, and more. Some practical solu-
physically and emotionally difficult, but it is a decision most tions can help people address changes in their vision.
older adults will eventually have to make. Part of the process of Few demographics have the free time and the financial • Use more light. After about age 60, many people re-
down sizing is finding a Realtor to help with the process. capacity to travel as much as retirees. Now that children quire additional light to perform most indoor tasks as well
There are Realtors that specialize in working with clients have flown the coop and retirement papers have been as outdoor activities. After age 60, the pupil no longer
that are 50 years and older. They are called a Senior Real Estate filed, the world is many seniors’ oyster. opens as widely as it once did, which affects the amount
Specialist or SRES for short. A SRES has been trained by the According to a 2017 survey from AARP, travel is a top of light that reaches the retina, where vision processing
National Association of Realtors to handle not only the finan- goal for more than 80 percent of Baby Boomers. Children occurs. Brighten areas of the kitchen, garage, crafting ta-
cial aspect of selling a home but also the physical and emotion- may find that encouraging their aging parents to travel ble, and other areas where fine details are examined.
al aspects of selling a long time family home as well. can promote more independence and help them live ful-
They will help develop a customized and individual plan to filling lives in retirement.
help you sell your home. For example an SRES will schedule These tips can make travel easier for any senior ready
a time to meet with you and anyone else you would like to to see the world.
include in the downsizing process at your home. During that 1) Seek the most direct route. Traveling may be a bit
consultation they will help determine if you can sell as is, what easier to endure when the route is as short and direct as
projects would make your home more saleable, as well as iden- possible. It may cost a little more to book nonstop flights
tify items that might need addressed before a home inspection. or travel during peak hours, but that investment may be
Most SRES Realtors have a vast team or professionals they can worth it.
recommend to help you prepare your home for selling as well 2) Choose senior-friendly travel services. Working with
as professionals that can help you with space planning, pack- a trusted travel advisor is often easier than booking your NOW BUYING
ing, moving, and more. travel yourself. Travel agents often have inside informa-
tion and may be privy to perks and discounts. Plus they
The process of downsizing can take anywhere from 2 can streamline the process, ensuring all you need to do is
months to 18-24 months. It involves determining where you go along for the fun. • Pre 1964 Silver Coins
are going to move to as well as handling all of your possessions 3) Senior discounts are waning. Most airlines have • Gold nearing all-time highs
and furniture. A SRES agent will patiently support you through done away with senior discounts. In 2013, the price com-
each step of the process and guide you through the financial and parison resource Fare Compare looked at senior dis- • Sterling Silver
lifestyle decisions of selling your family’s home. They under- counts of various airlines and found most of them were • Silverware
stand a lot is involved and will help you determine the different unreliable.
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