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Senior Real Estate, Moving & Downsizing
Your Home Still Serving Your Life?
If you’ve been living in your home or condo for many years, your needs have probably changed. Maybe the upkeep that once felt rewarding now feels like a burden, or you only use a small part of your living space. Many people stay in a home that no longer fits simply because the idea of moving feels overwhelming.
At Kelso Homes, we make the process easier. We can help you choose your next home, sort and pack your belongings, coordinate your move, and prepare and sell your current home. Our goal is to help you move forward with confidence, wherever you decide to go.
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Imagine visiting friends or grandkids more often. Picture spending time doing the things you want to do, instead of the things you have to do. Keep only the things that make you smile, and enjoy a new home free from years of clutter. Downsizing while you’re healthy and in control means you get to live life on your terms.
The Kelso Homes Process
Simplifying your life should leave you overjoyed, not overwhelmed.
At Kelso Homes, we believe that even the biggest moves become manageable when you take them step by step. Our team is here to help you simplify the process so you can save time, money, and most of all, stress. We handle the details so you can stay focused on what matters most: you.
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Explore Living Options
Today’s senior living options are as unique as you are. Your lifestyle, personality, and stage in life will help you decide whether a different home, a condo, or a senior community is the right fit. While we often call this process “downsizing,” many people choose homes that are not necessarily smaller than the one they are leaving. What matters most is finding a place that meets your physical, social, and emotional needs for years to come.
New Home
You may be looking for a home that is newer, smaller, or simply one that offers main floor living. There are countless options to fit your lifestyle and needs.
Condo
Tired of maintenance? An attached or stand-alone condo could give you the perfect mix of privacy without the hassle of exterior upkeep.
Senior Community
Senior communities come in a wide range of budgets and features.I can connect you with a local advisor who will help you navigate the many choices and find the best fit for you.
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Downsizing
One of the most challenging parts of moving from a long-term family home is sorting through years of accumulated belongings. We work with clients to decide which treasured items they will need or enjoy in their next home and help them say goodbye to the rest. Some homeowners may benefit from having an estate sale, while others find it simpler to pass items on to family members and donate the rest. Because lifestyles have changed, even quality furniture and collectibles often do not sell for what they once did. For most sellers, the true value is in the home itself. The sooner the home is prepared and sold, the sooner you can put those funds to good use. We guide our clients through every step of sorting and downsizing in a secure and thoughtful way.
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Moving First
Today’s senior living options are as unique as each individual.Depending on your lifestyle, personality, and stage in life, you may choose a different home, a condo, or life in a senior community. While this is often called “downsizing,” many people actually select homes that are not smaller than the one they are leaving. What matters most is finding a space that meets your physical, social, and emotional needs for years to come.
Choose Items
Once you decide what to take, we get to work. The team from Kelso Homes will take photos, measurements, and create a detailed spreadsheet of all the items you plan to move.
Diagram New Home
We design a measured diagram of your new living space.This includes evaluating square footage, doorways, and even the location of heat vents and electrical outlets. Planning ahead makes your move smoother and more efficient.
Create a
Space Plan
We save you time and money by making sure everything fits before you move. This step helps you avoid paying to move items that will not work in your new space.
Oversee Your Move
We coordinate directly with trusted movers. Our goal is to make your move stress-free so you arrive to a made bed and a welcoming space ready to enjoy.
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Downsizing
One of the most challenging parts of moving from a long-term family home is sorting through years of accumulated belongings. We work with clients to decide which treasured items they will need or enjoy in their next home and help them say goodbye to the rest. Some homeowners may benefit from having an estate sale, while others find it simpler to pass items on to family members and donate the rest. Because lifestyles have changed, even quality furniture and collectibles often do not sell for what they once did. For most sellers, the true value is in the home itself. The sooner the home is prepared and sold, the sooner you can put those funds to good use. We guide our clients through every step of sorting and downsizing in a secure and thoughtful way.
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Prep, List & Sell
We recommend moving and settling into your new home before selling your current one.This approach reduces stress and helps you decide what you no longer need. Once you are settled, our team can step in to handle everything else. Many clients simply hand over the keys and let us take care of preparing, listing, and selling the home.
Empty Home
We make sure your old home is completely cleared out. Remaining items are sorted responsibly, with as many as possible donated or recycled to minimize waste.
Home Repairs
Critical repairs are taken care of before listing.If there are plumbing, electrical, or other repairs that could scare away buyers, we handle them up front. This helps prevent deals from falling through during inspections.
List & Sell
When your home goes on the market, it will be clean, staged, and professionally photographed. Our goal is to help you get the best possible price in the shortest amount of time.
*Some limits apply. Virtual staging is complimentary. We offer professional lite staging for a small fee.
