senior housing: Asheville “Boomers” Downsizing & Intergenerational Community
- 04/04/14 05:23 AM
Asheville “Boomers” are keeping that REALLY Nice Kitchen in an Intergenerational Community, Downsizing, and smiling. Of course! Asheville is a progressive place.
There is a strong voice for sustainable excellence here. You may discover a fondness for locally grown and harvested organic produce and sweet kitchens in small spaces, (see photo)
and living in a way that supports a gentle use of the land and community. As concerned real estate consultants, we are always on the lookout for thoughtful solutions.
Aging-in-Place in a Small Space (It’s Poetic!)
One idea comes from Andrew and Gabriella Morrison whose blog (and kitchen … (1 comments)
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senior housing: The “aging-in-place” trend in place-making- Asheville Style
- 05/15/13 05:11 AM
The “aging-in-place” trend in place-making-Asheville Style lifelong homes.
Just as digital outreach in the Boomer Age is responding to human needs- so is the “aging-in-place” trend in place-making.
That is very clear here in Asheville where- more and more- our clients are asking for a neighborhood grocery store, and not far away, an espresso café, and not far from that, the park for use- regardless of age.
You will see families at Beaverdam park all the time, (see my photo) for example. If you were to walk along any of the streets in this “walkable” … (4 comments)
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senior housing: Earth Week -Things aren't the same as they were back in the 50s (3)
- 04/22/13 11:40 PM
Continuing with our Earth Week series- Earth Week 2013 promises energy solutions right now, or at least any day now. In Asheville, NC, many of our aging-in-place clients havetaken a few simple steps to make “Forever Homes” more comfortable-while saving money. And money is not all that may be saved.
In fact, at our publication, we’ve been taking am Earth Week poll . We asked
Have you Changed Your Light Bulbs?
Energy for lighting accounts for about 10% of your electric bill.
So it is always a good idea to check out the wattage on your light bulbs in your house. 100-watt … (8 comments)
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senior housing: Have you un-EARTHed your personal eco-friendly plan? (FUN! 2)
- 04/22/13 04:47 AM
Earth Week 2013 promises energy solutions right now, or at least any day now. Many of our aging-in-place clients here in the Asheville, NC area have taken a few simple steps to make “Forever Homes” more comfortable-while saving money. And money isn't all that may be saved.
Have you un-Earthed your personal eco-friendly plan?
You can start saving on monthly electricity bill right away. The average family can save $600+ a year on electricity by taking a few simple steps. In my home town of Asheville, North Carolina, the Average Home energy bill is $1594 while the bill for an energy-efficient home … (0 comments)
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senior housing: Earth Week -Things aren't the same as they were back in the 50s (1)
- 04/19/13 03:57 AM
Earth Week -Things are NOT the same as they were back in the 50s when today's Boomers wore poodle skirts.
Hula hoops, poodle skirts, putting on a “45” or cruising Woodward Avenue – Loved those times. Things were different then. Times are changing! Now lifelong homes are gaining popularity-and here in Asheville, the community is evolving as is the idea of sustainable excellence.
Earth Week 2013 promises energy solutions right now, or at least any day now. Many of our aging-in-place clients have taken a few simple steps to make “Forever Homes” more comfortable-while saving money. And money isn't all that … (2 comments)
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senior housing: Trends in Home Design ~Asheville Style
- 04/14/13 11:32 PM
Not a favorite question for many entering and going beyond “boomerhood”
but, even if it is hard to think about, here is a serious question to consider:
Wouldn't it be nice
to be able to stay in your own home
rather than in a nursing home?
Trends in Home Design
More and more of our older adult clients here in Asheville, NC are leading the way when it comes to buying/selling/remodeling their homes with "aging-in-place" in mind.
We are looking at trends in home design and a future that holds many new possibilities.
In fact, we … (3 comments)
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senior housing: 2013 Real Estate Trends Include Lasting Comfort
- 02/18/13 01:59 AM
2013- Trends, Supply and Demand- Asheville and Beyond
“We have a limited amount of resources available and more and more people using them up. If we want our future generations to enjoy the same standard of living we've experienced, we need to take action…” reports the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). And it is true-
That is what can motivate Asheville real estate professionals and our clients, keeping an eye on real estate market trends and how the industry may function in the future can be a key to success today…and into the future . I like to … (2 comments)
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senior housing: Stay-in-Your-Home Ideas
- 02/08/13 12:21 AM
Have you looked back at some of your older posts lately? That’s what I have been doing. I came across one that had me smiling this morning –entitled Stay-in-Your-Home Ideas
The post happened with collaboration from AR colleagues on the premise that -asMichel de Montaigne, essayist (1533-1592) said- “It is good to rub and polish your mind against that of others. Now, four years later, I find myself more concerned with this challenge than ever. After all, Baby Boomers are a huge part of our market and they are retiring at the rate of 10,000 per day! So would … (9 comments)
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senior housing: Forward planning can make a home work for tomorrow
- 02/07/13 12:00 AM
What makes a home have personal value for you over the years?
THIS is one important question my clients have been asking me of late.
You don't have to be old to live in an accessible home. But with luck you will be old someday.Now what? It's not news. The "Lucky Few" (1929-1945) & "Baby Boomers" (1946-1964) are retiring- at the rate of- get this- 10,000 per day!
With good advice from real estate and real estate-related professionals, older adults also can do so with a new vision of aging. I like to think that this is a perspective that includes lovely … (7 comments)
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senior housing: Stunning and functional Asheville homes
- 02/04/13 10:16 PM
Stunning and functional Asheville homes are the quest of many boomer home owners who are considering createve retirement. So I am investigating the relationship between "stunning and functional" and “aging-in-place” - What's that all about? I’ve been asking boomer-clients- who have planned ahead to live independently in their homes- to give me a heads-up.
When the objective is "stunning and functional"- what would they recommend? I heard that it is a good idea to consult with a real estate Senior Specialist and/or a Certified Aging In-Place Specialist (CAPS) when planning home remodeling projects.
The idea is seamlessly to incorporate accessibility … (6 comments)
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senior housing: Re-Inventing Home Choices- Asheville
- 02/03/13 11:28 PM
Client Question on Re-Inventing Home Choices here in Asheville : What if we decide to sell our home? Possibly even look for a lot in a "front porch" community on which to build a new home featuring universal design concepts?
My thoughts on this...
Certainly, there is good evidence to show that Baby Boomers are NOT inclined to go the traditional retirement-leisure route. "Baby Boomers fundamentally will reinvent retirement,” James P. Gorman, president of the Merrill Lynch Global Private Client Group told the press
- “the concept of Unretirement is becoming more popular across the generations. But even more than this, it seems … (2 comments)
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senior housing: Statistics and Greenliving for the "Elders"
- 01/28/13 04:43 AM
Greenliving for the "Elders"- Oh Those Statistics
Over the past few years, I have (have you?) noticed a "change in the weather" in terms of the way people -of-a certain-age( boomers,especially) are choosing where and how they live and what they need. Is this a trend? Quite possibly so.
Recently,I turned for proof to statistics and our Mountain MLS System here in Asheville. Although putting numbers on a par with my intuition as a REALTOR® feels a little “dangerous”— (I don't want to lose my intuitive edge) — understanding statistics could be important for everyone involved from our clients to the brokerage business … (2 comments)
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senior housing: Boomer Greenliving Trending Line Goes Up Up Up
- 01/23/13 01:06 PM
I imagine you are familiar with my favorite by-words- accessibility/accessible, active living community, energy smart, green design, healthy places, LEED, mixed-use-development, neo-traditional development, New Urbanism, pedestrian-friendly, proximity, quality-of- life, Smart Code, social capital, sustainable design, universal design, walkable community -
and one of particular interest as I watch the trending line climb
- aging-in-place...
"The ability to live in one’s own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age, income, or ability level. "
I am wondering what radical approach YOU might take to preparing YOUR home for an older YOU and if you will look for professional aging-in-place … (2 comments)
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senior housing: A gift to give yourself- now and in years to come-Asheville style
- 12/20/12 05:10 AM
A gift to give yourself- now and in years to come.
It’s gift-giving time- how about considering a gift to give yourself- now and in years to come?
If you are a person who likes the idea of saving money over the life of your home, you will be pleased to live in a green-built home.
Just below are five (5) of my favorite energy and money savings features. I am wondering what you will see when you look out your energy-wise windows
(a view like our here in the Asheville mountains?)
and if you will incorporate these- possibly … (6 comments)
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senior housing: 2013- REALTORS®- FACTS OF LIFE
- 12/18/12 12:41 AM
REALTORS®- FACTS OF LIFE
1. 89% of all potential real estate clients search online before they ever contact us. Let’s face that fact now.
2. We are IN a consumer-centric web real estate market. For REALTORS®, that’s a Shift requiring a response.
3. NOT a good idea to get behind the eight-ball on this reality.
TRUE OR FALSE – It’s Personal
1. I choose to remain successful as a REALTOR® regardless of current or future market conditions. T__ F__
2. I want to enhance my chances in the consumer-centric web real estate market. T__ F__
3. I have … (8 comments)
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senior housing: AARP Universal design quiz- Asheville aging-in-place
- 12/10/12 04:09 AM
AARP Universal design quiz- aging-in-place- Are universal design elements really that valuable? Here in Asheville, a top retirement town, home owners are looking at the AARP Livable Communities Awards and asking- Is our home “aging gracefully" with us?The AARP QUIZ
Asheville home owners are finding that Aging-in-Place is a cost-wise solution. A little green remodeling utilizing universal design elements can make for comfortable aging-at home.
Baby Boomers are leading a trend according to the latest research-looking to find or to renovate “green” - enjoy mainfloor living, daylighting, snug building shells, Energy Star ®appliances, no/low VOC paints and adhesives, … (4 comments)
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senior housing: Boomers leading a trend-aging-in-place
- 12/09/12 04:35 AM
Baby Boomers are leading a trend according to the latest research-looking to find or to renovate “green” - enjoy mainfloor living, daylighting, snug building shells, Energy Star ®appliances, no/low VOC paints and adhesives, rainwater harvesting- universal design elements.
Aging-in-Place
When comparing living at home as we age to opting for “assisted living” it becomes clear that saving dollars is also a choice. So the trend can be good for health and pocketbook…and even the future of our grandkids.
Here’s a breakdown of costs http://www.whitehair365.com/ageold.html
Are universal design elements really that valuable?
To many -ages 47 to 77 or thereabouts- … (1 comments)
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senior housing: Asheville homes for sale aging-in-place
- 09/20/12 05:07 AM
Aging-in-Place Homes - The Asheville-style Action Plan
Background: Accessible, universal design allows function and aesthetics to coexist. Developed by a wheelchair-bound architect who thought that homes should be designed for everyone,regardless of physical ability or age, universal design may just be the next trend to watch develop. I note that AARP promotes universal design.
Aging-in-Place Interest- Designing and creating a home that allows function and aesthetics to coexist already is of interest to:
Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities (NORCs)
Front Porch and Village Communities Developers, Builders and Residents
Intentional Communities Visionaries and Residents
Builders and Remodeling Professionals
Industry Professionals in … (2 comments)
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senior housing: Aging-in-Place- Myths and Mythbusters
- 09/19/12 12:04 PM
Aging-in-Place- The Real Story
So much can grow out of life experiences - especially if they are accentuated by events of the 60s.
Many of us -approximately 90 Million in 2012, now somewhere between the ages of 50-to-80-or so, given those events, are not settling for life after retirement as lived by our parents. Instead, we fearlessly cheer for aging beautifully and well- complementary and alternative medicine, and for innovative trends in our "At Last Homes" that utilize beautiful universal design features, and for multi-generational solutions, and for the economic power we possess- (especially women). . ..( I'm just sayin')...and … (10 comments)
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senior housing: 10 BENEFITS of Green Development- Asheville Style
- 07/12/12 06:46 AM
10 BENEFITS of Green Development- Asheville Style
Countering a misconception about the financial viability of going green in real estate development, this white-haired investor in the idea of a sustainability and New Urban community is excited about her research and the benefits she has discovered.
She points to the Smart Growth Network. . . Smart Growth- a Legacy of Positive Futures . . .which is reaching out to Asheville area stake-holders who are seeking innovative ideas about the future of our communities
such as the Villages at Crest Mountain where Permaculture is a central feature:
http://activerain.com/blogsview/1701593/asheville-s-villages-at-crest-mountain-dance-with-the-land-permaculture-and-neighborly-caring
And.... what … (1 comments)
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