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Downsizing to a Smaller Home: Benefits, Pitfalls to Avoid, and How a Buyer’s Agent Can Help
Downsizing your home is an exciting opportunity, whether it's prompted by retirement or your kids leaving home. It offers a chance to reduce your living costs, minimize home maintenance, and free up your lifestyle. However, there are common pitfalls—like unexpected strata fees, restrictions on pets, and even scams in the retirement village sector—that can turn this process into a stressful experience. Here's how you can avoid these pitfalls and how a buyer’s agent can help ensure your downsizing is smooth and less risky.
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