As an Accredited Senior Agent in Mississauga, I hear this question a lot: what is an active adult retirement community? By definition, active adult communities are ideal for people 55+ who don’t see themselves as seniors in the traditional sense but want to downsize. Typically, they offer residents bungalow living or other accessible arrangements and provide freedom and independence. As the name implies, these communities are very popular with active adults. They are the biggest... [read more]

Choosing to downsize your home and move into a retirement community takes advanced planning and an openness to the idea of change. It can be a time in your life with mixed emotions and uncertainty, especially if you have lived in your home for a long time. However, there are several steps that you can take to make your transition smoother: Understand the benefits of downsizing to a retirement community Understandably, you may feel somewhat reluctant about moving into a smaller home or... [read more]

For serious home buyers, visiting an open house should be more than just a casual walk-through where you comment on the homeowner’s paint colours and décor choices. Instead, it’s a prime opportunity to not only get a feel for the space but to also speak directly with the listing agent to get more information on the home.  To make sure that you get the most out of each property tour, here are five essential things to do the next time you attend an open house in... [read more]

As we age, factors, such as decreased vision, impaired hearing, slower motor reflexes, and health conditions, can cause seniors to have to hang up their keys for good. When living in a retirement community, many residences offer their own internal transportation system or have volunteers who are available to drive residents to appointments and outside activities. But, for independent seniors who still live at home and want to travel around Mississauga on their own, there are many... [read more]

For many seniors, retirement is an open door to living life with more freedom – to travel more, engage in hobbies, enjoy a slower pace and spend time with loved ones. But, for some seniors, their family may live far away in another city or a different part of town, making regular visits a challenge.  That’s why, in my role as a Lifestyle55+ Affiliate (formerly Accredited Senior Agent - ASA), I often find myself helping seniors downsize and relocate to be closer to their... [read more]