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her Phoenix home. Her husband passed over last year and she's been getting a lot of pressure for others to sell her home from lots of people. She keeps asking me every couple of weeks and we go over the pros and cons of staying in her home or selling her home.
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24 Comments on Is it time to sell my Phoenix home and move to senior living?
I am sure you will help her every step of the way and YES, she will know.
Those models are so big is AZ huh. The Mexican old school :) vibe!
Anna, It seems like your lady friend needs to stay put a little longer until she is overwhelmed with positive reasons to move.
This is a big decision to make. Your list of pros and cons brings clarity to many of the issues Anna.
That is really a difficult decision. I would HATE an assisted living facility or senior living. But I know many really thrive there..................great list, Anna!
In Germany there is a saying: You don't transplant Old Trees...............my folks moved to Sun City here in Florida, about 45 minutes from where they had lived for about 40 years.............they only lived there a few years and were miserable. You just don't move Old Trees. New neighborhood full of strangers.............
This must be one of the most agonizing decisions for a family. The kids are usually in favor of it because then they won't have to worry about their parent(s) but the parents really hate the change it represents.
Anna, I think you've stated the pros and cons where she will be able to make an intelligent decision. It is her decision.
Good Morning Anna, congratulations on the featured blog. We have many similar conversations here in NH with home owners on when is the time to consider over 55 communities. All over 55 communities are not created equal and the ones run correctly have alot to offer. Have a great Satuday
You can live more economically on a cruise ship than you can in a senior community! Some cruise lines will take you anywhere you want to go for a fraction of the cost, and they include 3 meals a day, warm climates, live entertainment and maid service. And when you croak, they simply throw your body overboard:-)
Anna, it is a difficult decision to make, I came across several transactions with the similar situation, I suggest to the homeowner, to add up all the monthly expenses by staying in the house for the number of years, also the maintenance and repairs along the way. Most of them make the right decision to sell the property and move on with a happy life - no worry and care free. I wish you good luck.
I like what Myrl contributed above me in Summer cubicle #13...Your post reminded me of the many problems of the rich and well off
Anna,
The trend is overwhelming for people to stay in their current homes as long as possible - even indefinitely. If she thinks it's expensive now, what until she moves unless she can qualify for subsidized housing. She might also look at a reverse mortgage. :)
Steve
I encounter the scenario regularly, Anna, and there's often a #5 to the "con" list:
5. Her Doctors, who have seen her forever and know her well, are local, and she'll lose easy access to them.
Anna, a difficult decision for sure. Maybe she could find a smaller home in the neighborhood?
Sharon
Anna, those are tough decisions that your friend needs to make, but hopefully her family will help her to make the best decision. I have a client that I am working with right now and those are her concerns as well.
Anna, thank you for everything....you have been so, so kind to me...
As for the lady, I see this frequently since I work with the seniors, and their kids mean well. But, the kids worry about Mom living alone and when they will get a call that everything, including the house, has to be dealt with NOW.
I know that you will be able to help her after she has made her decision whether this is the right time or not.
David she's been up and down about what to do for almost a year. I keep suggesting to just wait a bit until she's 'crytal clear' and making a move for the right reasons for her - not for somebody else.
Kathy - exactly.
Charles - of course I will!
Laura - hmmmm kind of.
Debbie - my thoughts exactly.
Tom it is a big decision - one we'll all face at some point.
Barbara Jo I think people either make things work for the good or resist the good that change can bring about. My folks actually like living in their senior apartment. My Mom wasn't too keen at first but she quickly appreciated the no cooking is she didn't want to and so many good friend close by.
Kathyrn - seems that way. I think whatever works best for the parents as long as they're able to function well on their own etc.
Michael - indeed so.
Scott we've got a lot of fabulous Active Adults Areas which are more like country clubs!
Myrl.....gotta love it. Cruizing until you croak. Now that's living with adventure!
Kwee - good ideas. Sometimes money is a critical issue that forces a move, other times it's not about money but rather health, upkeep etc.
Richie - this lady is not so rich and well off. She's on a smaller budget and is still working to help out her daughter who lost her job. Hard working sweetheart.
Steve - subsidised housing housing could be an option. I'll look into that for her. She still won't like a small space.....she's a doer and has to be doing something.
Raymond yes that is a factor as well. Good point.
Sharon I don't honestly think she can qualify for another home after all she's been through.
Ed - yes hopefully her daughter eases the frustration rather then adding on more.
Ron - my pleasure. I hope that you're feeling a little better today - I know it's tough to lose a loved pet. And yes, kids do worry about their parents. We sure did - especially My Dad after my Mom passed away. He wasn't able to be on his own and it was tough.
Anna- this is a tough decision that so many of us will have to make. And, it's a hard one. My good friend lost her husband 2 years ago and while it would be easier on her to be in something smaller, she has the funds to keep up the property. I think that it would be harder on her to move into a different neighborhood and lifestyle. And, I think she'll know when the time is right.
Ms Anna Banana,
That's a tough one that more and more seniors need to make. At some point the upkeep of a single family residence become burdensome. Too often I see the homeowner who waited too long. Hopefully the daughter takes an active role in decision making.
That lady is lucky to have you as her realtor! I think it is sad when family members try to pursuade someone to move when they are still very competent to make their own decisions. Sometimes staying in a neighborhood that is famiar with friends nearby means so much to a senior. If they have the financial means to stay, can take care of themselves and are competent, it should be their decision. I'm sure her daughter means well.
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