Housing options in retirement
All sorts of factors influence our housing choices early in life — spouses, kids, income and the amount of stuff we own. But when we near retirement, many of these factors change. The kids have moved out. The house is getting older and is harder to maintain. The yard is growing more difficult to care for. And you may simply want to unclutter your life and pare down to the basics.
Now is the time to reflect on your current and future housing needs and create a plan that takes these into account.
