Tuesday, February 9, 2010

House Match: Downsizing to the Right Fit : HGTV FrontDoor Real Estate

House Match: Downsizing to the Right Fit
When life happens and you've got too much house, it's time to think simpler

By Geoff Williams and Annalisa Burgos, FrontDoor.com | Published: 10/13/2009

It seems like only yesterday you were having your first child and setting up a home for a growing family. Fast forward to today, when your youngest calls to say she's found the perfect apartment and that the chair from the family room would really fit into her new living room. Your downsizing journey has officially begun.

It's safe to say homeowners typically don't daydream about buying a smaller home. But minimal maintenance is definitely an upside to not living large. After all, the time and money you used to spend on cleaning and upkeep can now go toward fun things. That's why some people see downsizing as a step forward, not backward. If you're thinking less space is the place, you're not alone....

House Match: Downsizing to the Right Fit : HGTV FrontDoor Real Estate