As we grow older, many of us will lose a spouse or partner and find ourselves single again. Or, we may not be working as much as we did when we were younger and want to save money on living expenses by house sharing. House sharing rentals have become a popular choice for older widows, divorcees, or those who never got around to getting married. Trying to manage on your own … [Read more...]
Why a Staycation May Be Just the Vacation You Need
It’s important to take the time to unplug, unwind, and relax every now and again. A lot of people take vacation time to focus on taking a break and creating a positive work-life balance. Taking time for yourself is good, but taking a big vacation to do it is not always feasible. Fortunately, there’s more than one way to take a vacation. A staycation is a vacation that you … [Read more...]
Granny Pods: A Tiny Living Alternative for Single Seniors
A Granny Pod is another name for a Tiny House and is a popular option for single older people looking for an affordable way to downsize. Since many grannies outlive their husbands that's how Granny Pods got its name. They are bigger than a dog house and much more comfortable Granny pods are usually no bigger than 400 square feet and are not attached to a larger home. … [Read more...]
How to Make Moving While Downsizing Easy Over 50
There are roughly 75 million Baby Boomers in the US, and around 10 million retirees will be downsizing their homes soon. This isn't overly surprising. Downsizing your home is a practical move once you retire. It may be because you want to cut down on costs or simply because you want to be closer to your precious grandkids and realize you don’t need as much space in your next … [Read more...]
Considering Apartment Life as an Option for Retirement?
I’ve been a nomad most of my life and have lived in a variety of environments that included several large homes and apartments, a small Hollywood bungalow, a double-wide mobile home, a room in a home, and now an ADU (additional dwelling unit). Since the tender age of four, I’ve lived exclusively in Southern California in 28 different locations. At various times, I enjoyed … [Read more...]