The thought of downsizing creates mixed emotions for many
homeowners. Many can’t wait to move into
a smaller house with less upkeep but have a hard time leaving the place they’ve
called home for many years.
One thing everyone should expect when downsizing it that you
probably have more possessions than you realize. Another is that you may find
it hard to let some of them go. My
experience has been that homeowners who are downsizing typically need three to
six months to get their house ready to put onto the market.
One way to get started is to sort items by category, which
will show you how many of the item you have. For example, if you have a lot of
flower vases, gather them together in one place and decide how many you’ll have
room for, which to keep, and which to give away. Then stick with your decision. This process
works with many types of items.
Most people downsizing won’t be able to use all their furniture
in their new location. Consider donating pieces to a local thrift store. If you
plan to sell some pieces, be prepared that prices people are willing to pay may
be much lower than you expected.
One of the more difficult aspects of downsizing can be parting
with items given to you by a close friend or family member. Consider taking
photos of these items and then letting the items themselves go.
For book lovers who will no longer have space for their
collections, donate to your local library where your books can be appreciated
by a new generation of readers.
For personalized advice on preparing your house for sale, contact
Annette Nelson, Coldwell Banker Realty Corp, at (610) 247-7892 or annette@preferredhomes.com.
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