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Selling Advice Thinking About a Reverse Mortgage? Pros and Cons to Consider
Reverse mortgages allow homeowners to tap their home equity for cash flow in retirement, but first understand reverse mortgage pros and cons.
Selling Advice Should I Sell My House and Rent When I Retire? 9 Questions To Ask
Are you wondering: 'Should I sell my house and rent when I retire?' Here's a list of questions to ask yourself to decide if this is the right move for you.
Selling Advice Should You Hire an Agent Who Is a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES)?
Learn about the seniors real estate specialist (SRES) certification in real estate. What is it and what are the benefits if you work with agents who have it?
Selling Advice Why Selling Your Home Could Be the Key to a Happy Retirement
Sell your home and kick off your retirement with more money, less overhead, and plenty of margaritas—learn all about the financial (and lifestyle) benefits of this decision.
Selling Advice Your 9-Step Plan to Building Rental Income Into Your Retirement Plan
Retiring with rental properties is a big undertaking but experienced investors help us put together this step-by-step plan for aspiring property tycoons.
Selling Advice Is Retiring with Rental Properties the Right Move for You?
Before you take the plunge into retiring with rental properties, review our list of frequently asked questions to help you decide if it's a smart play.
Selling Advice The Case for Buying That Retirement Home Before You Retire
It sounds counterintuitive, but buying a retirement home before you retire can offer some interesting benefits if you can swing it.
Selling Advice What’s the Best Way to Sell Your Retirement Community Home?
Find out the best way to sell a retirement home by navigating your community’s rules and working with an agent who understands your situation.
Selling Advice Renting vs. Buying a House in Retirement: Where Do You See Yourself?
Is it smarter to rent or buy a house in retirement? As with many things in life, there are trade-offs no matter which way you slice it.
Selling Advice What’s a Reverse Mortgage, How Does it Work, and Is it the Right Option For You?
Reverse mortgages are less risky these days, but that doesn’t mean it’s the right retirement plan for you. So how can you decide if you should get one?