Senior Downsizing Guide — Bergen County, NJ

A compassionate guide for seniors and their families navigating a home transition

By Heather Corrigan, Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) and Certified Seniors Professional (CSP)

When is it Time to Downsize?

• Rooms you no longer use outnumber rooms you do
• Home maintenance feels overwhelming
• Stairs, yard work, or isolation are concerns
• Children have moved out and space feels excessive
• You want to free up equity for retirement

The Downsizing Process

1. Decide on your destination: 55+ community, condo, or near family
2. Tour at least 3 communities or neighborhoods
3. Declutter room-by-room over 2–3 months
4. Prepare your home for sale (light repairs, staging, deep clean)
5. List and sell — Heather's average is 38 days on market
6. Move with support from senior move managers

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Author: Heather Corrigan, SRES

Life-Transition Real Estate Specialist and Seniors Real Estate Specialist with RE/MAX Signature Homes in Closter, NJ.

450+ five-star reviews. 800+ families helped. 3x Bergen County Real Producers Cover Feature.

Contact: (917) 440-3767 | heather.gocard@gmail.com

Office: RE/MAX Signature Homes, 189 Homans Ave, Closter, NJ 07624