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Reducing the Stress of Downsizing: A Short Guide for Seniors

Sun, Nov 30th 2025 5:18 pm by Alan Donald Senior Living

Seniors With Boxes

Downsizing can feel overwhelming. After decades of accumulating possessions, memories, and a lifetime's worth of belongings, the thought of moving to a smaller home often brings a mix of emotions—from anxiety and sadness to relief and excitement about a new chapter. It's an emotional attachment to a lifetime of memories. It's feeling overwhelmed by decades of belongings. And for many seniors, physical limitations may help to make the process exhausting.

If you're considering downsizing, or helping a loved one through this transition, know that you're not alone. The stress you're feeling is completely normal, and there are practical ways to make this journey more manageable and even m...



The Pendulum is Always Moving

Tue, Feb 22nd 2022 4:19 pm by Alan Donald Senior Living

Seniors Reading Plan

The Pendulum is Always Moving
By Bruce Nemovitz, Bruce Allen Consultants

The real estate market is always moving in one direction or another.

In real time, the market heavily favors the seller. This is because the inventory of homes is at an all-time low, giving anyone selling your property a distinct advantage over the would-be purchaser.

That is great news for you, the homeowner. However, a caveat: The real estate market is always changing, and when it moves in one direction or another it usually is quick and decisive. My 35+ years in the real estate business as a Realtor has taught me many lessons. History does repeat itself and that feeling that prosperity and appreciation of ...




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Attention Seniors: Avoid Reverse Mortgage Scams!

Thu, Jan 21st 2021 12:28 pm by Alan Donald Senior Living

I read this interesting article written by Cora Fume from the Consumer Protection Federal Bureau in December, 2020 and thought it was important to share it with you:

Reverse Mortgages

"The COVID-19 pandemic has affected many Americans’ financial and retirement plans. If you’re a homeowner over age 62, you may be thinking about a reverse mortgage. A reverse mortgage is a loan that allows older homeowners to use the equity in their homes. Unlike a traditional mortgage, there is no monthly mortgage payment, and the loan is usually repaid when the borrower sells or no longer lives in the home.

As a result of the economic uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, scammers may be targeting older homeown...



COMING SOON! New 55+ Community in Mount Pleasant

Fri, Jan 26th 2018 1:42 pm by Alan Donald Senior Living

COMING SOON! 55+ Residential Community in Mount Pleasant! If you love the beaches and Downtown Historic Charleston, this project will offer a LIMITED AMOUNT (~30) of NEW one-story homes in a 55+ gated community, priced from the $400K's.

To register your interest and get first dibs at these homes, please fill out this form: http://vid.us/mka6t1 or call us at 843-900-0155. 

These will sell fast!




BANK-OWNED, ACTIVE SENIOR LIVING! $104,000 - 2450 Deer Ridge Ln North Charleston, SC @ The Elms MLS# 1112697

Mon, May 23rd 2011 10:59 am by Alan Donald Senior Living
2450  DEER RIDGE LN North Charleston, SC 29406
$104,000 - 2450 Deer Ridge Ln North Charleston, SC @ The Elms
MLS# BR1112697 Class: Residential Status: Active
Beds:2Baths:2 Full / N/A
Bank Owned, New Construction. This property was built by Summerville Homes and features 2BDs/2Bths, a breakfast nook off of the kitchen, and a nice screened in porch overlooking a wooded area out back. This community has an age restriction for adults 55 and better. Fantastic amenities for those looking for an active adult lifestyle. The month...

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