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                                                         Downsizing 102: Where Do I                        sure who to even talk to about how to craft a downsizing plan.
                                                                                                           As  a  certified  agent  in  downsizing,  I’m  able  to  help  people
                                                           Start & Where Do I Move?                        through every step of the difficult process so it won’t become
                                                                                                           overwhelming.
                                                           It was  wonderful to lead several packed seminars about   I’d like to invite you to join me for a seminar November 13
                                                        downsizing in our area last month. The lively groups of attend-  from 11-1 at the Grafton Midview library to learn about these
                                                                                                           topics and more.  The goal of this seminar is to help you start
                                                        ees had interesting questions and interests.       your downsizing strategy.  Remember downsizing isn’t a sprint
                                                           Top of mind for almost everyone was how to answer the
                                                        question, “Where do I start?” When it comes to answering the   it’s a marathon and its important to put a plan in place that
                                                                                                           works for you.  Reserve your spot for Downsizng 102 to start
                                                        “should I stay or move” question, it helps to simply sit down   your journey today!  You can call 440-371-2862 to reserve your
                                                        with pen and paper and do a needs assessment. In other words,   seat. Jennifer Herron-Underwood, Realtor - Call or text: (440)
                                                        have a heart-to-heart dialogue with yourself.      371-2862 - jenniferherron-underwood@howardhanna.com
                                                           Finances should play a big role in this. It’s natural for people
                                                        to fear outliving their savings, so planning ahead—and hiring
                                                        an agent who is sensitive to red flags and pitfalls that could  The advantages of RV travel
                    440-355-4616                        impact your financial picture—is important.
                   Keystone Pointe Offers:                 For instance, people might believe a certain condo is best   Individuals who are approaching retirement or those who
                    •Large Private Rooms                for them, then they get hit with an unexpected assessment. Peo-  already have said goodbye to the working world may find they
                       •5 Star Rating - Medicare’s Highest  ple living on a fixed income need to craft a living where the   are ready to make some life changes. Travel is something many
                                                        expenses remain relatively stable. It’s also integral to figure out
                                                                                                           older adults enjoy when they have much more free time to see
                          •Secured Dementia Unit        the type of lifestyle that makes you the most comfortable and   the sights.
                            •Post Hospital & Long-term Care  happy, a place where you will thrive. Some seniors enjoy the   Recreational vehicles are great ways for people to get out
                                                        many activities and camaraderie in over-55 communities, while   and about. An RV is more than just a way to get around; for
                                                        others do not.                                     many people it becomes a lifestyle. According to the RV In-
                                                           Are you wondering what type of housing is available for   dustry Association, about 10 million American households own
                                   383 Opportunity Way  you? How much it costs? Do you need to help decide whether   RVs.
                                   LaGrange, OH 44050   a one story home, a condo, or an apartment is right for you?   There have been more RVs on the road in recent years, and
                               Near the intersection of 301 & 303  Is a 55 an older community right for you? Maybe you are not   there are now more facilities to accommodate them. RVIA says
                                                                                                           there are now roughly 18,000 campgrounds around the country,
                                                                                                           and certain facilities are pushing to improve and upgrade camp-
                                                                                                           grounds in national parks and on federal lands.
                                                                    Free Seminar                           refer to this list of RVing benefits.
                                                                      Free Seminar
                                                                                                             Individuals considering if the RV lifestyle is for them can
                                                                                                             • Inexpensive travel (or living): RVers may be attracted by
                                                                  Downsizing 102                           the idea of low-cost travel that doesn’t involve hotels and air-
                                                                    Downsizing 101
                                                                                                           fare and greatly reduces their reliance on restaurants while trav-
                                                                     Where Do I Move
                                                               •   Sept. 11 from 11-1 at The Graf-         eling. RVs can be rented for roughly $100 to $500 per day, and
                                                                                                           RV parks usually run between $35 and $50 per night, according
                                                                                                           to Allianz Travel Insurance. To keep the costs down even more,
                                                                  ton Public Library– 983 Main
                                                                Sat. November 13, 11-1pm                   certain truck stops, big box retailers, churches, hotels, movie
                                                                                                           theaters, casinos, rest stops and other roadside locations will
                                                                  St Grafton Oh
                                                               The Grafton-Midview Public Library          allow free overnight parking. Just verify before staying to avoid
                                                                                                           being ticketed.
                                                               •  Learn how to sell for top dollar           • Freedom to come and go: When traveling in an RV, there
                                                                     983 Main St., Grafton OH
                                                                  without snags on closing day!
                                                               • Why a Senior Real Estate                  are no set check-in-/check-out  times to follow or boarding
                                                                                                           times to meet. RV travel can be strictly on your schedule.
                                                                                                             • Plenty of help: Others who have embraced the RV lifestyle
                                                               •  Learn what home inspectors               tend to be very friendly and ready to make new acquaintances
                                                                 Specialist might be right for
                                                                  are looking for!
                                                                 you!                                      at campgrounds and other stops. Those with more experience
                                                                                                           may be willing to share their expertise and pitch in to offer tips
                                                               •  Learn what repairs are worth it
                                                               • Learn about how to determine              for better excursions.
                                                                                                             • Creature comforts: People who vacation or choose to live
                                                                  & which are a waste of money !
                                                                 where & when to move.                     in their RVs tend to keep familiar items and essentials on hand.
                                                                                                           Those can include preferred linens, clothing, toiletries, books,
                                                               • The types of housing                      games, and more. When taking such items along, there’s no
                                                               •  How the buyer’s financing af-
                                                                                                           need to pack and unpack much for any trip.
                                                                  fects your bottom line & more!
                                                                                                             • Follow the weather: If desired, RVers can pick up and fol-
                                                                 available.                                low the jet stream. If 70-degree days are your thing, then follow
                                                               • The social benefits of moving.            those temperatures coast-to-coast. If you like skiing or snow-
                                                               •  Learn about what to do with
                                                                                                           boarding, you can head to colder climates.
                                                                  your stuff
        If you are looking to sell your home in  or planning   • Tips to coordinate a                        • In an RV, your pets can travel with you. No need to leave
        on moving up, downsizing or have a family member                                                   them at home or in a kennel while you are gone. The comfort of
                                                                 downsizing plan.
                                                                                                           having them along makes the trip much more fun and gives pet
        who can no longer live on their own, you want to at-   •  Why a Senior Real Estate Spe-            owners peace of mind knowing they are safe.
                                                                  cialist might be right for you!
                                                                                                             • Downsize: The RVIA says that RVs are available across a
        tend this seminar.                                     • How to finance your new                   wide range of price points. So if the idea is to trade in a station-
        SEATING IS LIMITED! RESERVE YOUR                         home.                                     ary house for an RV, you may be able to do so for as little as
                                                                                                           $6,000 to as much as $500,000.
        SPOT TODAY! Call  440-371-2862                                                                       The RV lifestyle may attract soon-to-be retirees. There are
                                                                                                           various advantages to getting on board.
                            Jennifer Herron-Underwood,
                            Realtor
                            Call: 440-371-2862
                            Email: Jenniferher-
                            ron@howardhanna.com
                            Visit: Jenniferherron.com

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