The Upside to Down-sizing
Embrace the Freedom! ✨🏠
Ever dreamt of trading in your big house for a simpler, stress-free life filled with travel, friends, and freedom? You’re not alone! Many over 55 are considering downsizing, and it's easy to see why.
👵👴 Why Downsizing?
Once the kids have flown the nest, the appeal of a smaller, more manageable home becomes crystal clear.
💰 Financial Benefits
There are some sweet financial perks too! For those over 65, selling your home and downsizing don’t forget to factor in selling and buying costs and have a chat with your financial advisor about how this could impact your pension.
🌟 Positive Mindset
Downsizing is all about a positive mindset and focusing on what you truly need versus what you want. It's like saving for your first home all over again, but this time with a twist.
📦 Declutter and Organise
Decluttering is key! Go through your stuff room by room and decide what to keep, discard, donate, or sell. You'll be amazed at how liberating it feels to let go of the excess.
🏡 Maximise Your Space
With less space, it’s crucial to make every inch count. Measure your furniture to ensure it fits and consider using one statement piece per room. Smart storage solutions are your best friend – think under-bed storage, wall-mounted TVs, and multi-purpose furnishings.
Once you’ve settled into your cosy new space, you’ll love the newfound simplicity and joy that comes with downsizing. Here’s to new adventures and a hassle-free future! 🌈✨
Worst Xmas ever?
There's a a lot of planning that goes into Christmas day and sometimes things just don't go to plan. But it can be a good thing - a family mishap or hilarious memory that you can laugh about in Christmases to come.
Whether you burnt the dinner or were stranded at an airport...
Share your Christmas mishaps below!
Poll: Would you rather: Christmas in summer forever or winter forever?
Just a bit of a fun poll to get you thinking.
If you had to live out your Christmas days, would you prefer it was a summer Christmas or a winter Christmas?
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61.7% Summer
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36.6% Winter
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1.7% Other - I'll share below
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