In the month of June, Ontario comes alive with festivities and heartfelt recognition as we celebrate the remarkable contributions made by seniors in our communities. It is a time to pause and express our gratitude for the immeasurable impact they have had and continue to have on our province. Embracing the 2024 Theme: "Working for Seniors" This year, Seniors' Month carries the theme of "Working for Seniors," emphasizing seniors' tireless efforts and dedication... [read more]

As a Realtor with Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage, in Mississauga, Ontario, I have always been passionate about helping seniors navigate the real estate market. That's why I became a Lifestyle55+ Affiliate, a new and improved version of the previously known Accredited Senior Agent designation.  In this post, I'll explain why this change was made and how I can assist seniors and their loved ones in Mississauga with their real estate needs. What is a... [read more]

If you have decided that you would like to downsize or that the time to sell the family home has come, you'll need to find the right real estate sales representative to work for you. And, in real estate, like any other profession, some realtors work with specific clients and have the training and expertise to serve specific niche markets. For example, some agents work specifically with first-time buyers, new Canadians, investors or move-up buyers. Then, there are real estate sales... [read more]

A Lifestyle55+ Affiliate (formerly Accredited Senior Agent - ASA) is a real estate sales representative uniquely qualified to assist seniors in housing transactions, including home sales and purchases.  To earn our designation, we must complete a series of educational courses on how to help seniors and their families with later-in-life real estate transactions.  We also draw upon the expertise of a network of senior specialists, such as estate planners, Chartered... [read more]

If you are like most seniors, you have accumulated a lot of stuff throughout your lifetime. And, like most seniors, you do not know what to do with it. Unfortunately, this is the most difficult part of the process for the many downsizing clients in Mississauga that I assist. Here are a few ideas on what to do with your belongings: 1. Decide what things you will take with you to your next home  Sometimes this process can be challenging. For example, maybe you are downsizing, and... [read more]