Being a downsizing specialist, I meet people at often not the best time in their lives. Perhaps a spouse has passed away and they find themselves on their own for the first time in many years. Or an illness has gotten worse, and one spouse needs more care and must move into a retirement home. 

Another common situation is a family member now is responsible for cleaning up the family home and getting it ready to sell. In all cases I kept hearing people say “I don’t know where to begin?” I am overwhelmed. Hence the new website www.howtogetstarted.ca .

This new website is education based; it is not sale oriented. My goal is to have as much information online as possible, I know that the downsizing process takes time, in fact the more time you allow the better. The website has different sections depending on what people are looking for including:

Downsizing checklist, a 6-step plan to follow.

   Understanding a reverse mortgage, it is harder to qualify for a line of credit without a high enough income, this is an option more people are considering

   Power of Attorney, this document is very important when family members are helping people downsize.

   A Team of Professionals: its hard to find the right supplier at the right time, this list is a great place to start.

   Someone to hire to do the work for you: sometimes people run out of energy, this business can get work done for you for your peace of mind

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   Retirement Communities: When your home sells, where will you move to? This list is a good place to start.

   Downsizing e-book: a great tool that you can download as a guide

I am also looking for other tools I can add so please feel free to send me your suggestions ian@ianthompsonrealestate.com 

 My goal is to provide as much education as possible so people can make the best decisions for themselves and their loved ones

Ian Thompson

Downsizing Specialist 

Re-Max Realty

250-616 -3641

http://ianthompsonrealestate.com