With a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) on your side, selling a home and starting this next exciting phase of life is much easier. The sooner you make this connection the sooner you can sell your home and start enjoying all the benefits of carefree senior living.
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What can a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) do for you?
First, it’s important to understand what an SRES is and how they can help you.
A Senior Real Estate Specialist is someone who, having received National Association of Realtors (NAR) certifications, not only understands how to buy and sell real estate, but they also understand the added concerns an older adult might have when going through the process. Such as how to downsize without feeling overwhelmed, how to incorporate their long-term care options into their decisions, and most definitely, how to ensure that they can easily transition to a new home in a senior living community.
Simply put, they are on your side, and they have the extra expertise you can appreciate, including in-depth training on reverse mortgages, downsizing, rightsizing and more. And while they are real estate specialists, with NAR certifications, they don’t just understand the business side of a transition; they also know it can be an emotional time. A Senior Real Estate Specialist is your advocate.
Here are 3 important benefits of using a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES):
1. A thorough knowledge of your options. Selling your home is only part of a successful move. What matters most, and what these real estate specialists are most interested in, is helping you make the right decision—one that matches your needs and preferences.
For example, the average real estate agent may not have a great deal of experience with senior housing. But a SRES does, whether it’s deciding if you would be more satisfied moving into a large community or a smaller one. How one location might better serve your needs than another. The many advantages of selecting a not-for-profit community and why that matters. The potential financial benefits of choosing a life plan community. Or, whether you would prefer to move to a smaller home or condominium.
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Senior real estate specialists have more than NAR certifications. They have a thorough understanding of real estate laws and regulations that apply to seniors, such as fair housing or age discrimination, and can help protect you. They understand the role that real state can play in a senior’s overall estate planning.
2. The right connections who understand your needs. For an older adult, moving is more than just settling into a new address. It’s making sure you have easy access to healthcare. Having a network of experts who can assist with any concerns you have over legal matters, financial planning, estate questions, and long-term care. Thinking about how you want to live today, as well as tomorrow, and how your decisions will affect your family. An SRES is committed to helping you every step of the way, connecting you with retirement planners and elder law experts.
3. Knows how to listen and won’t apply pressure. With a Senior Real Estate Specialist, you won’t have to feel pressured to hurry up and make a decision, or move before you are ready. An SRES understands the importance of listening to your questions and providing assistance and support. The goal is for you to feel confident and comfortable about your decision. He or she will work with you at your pace.
Your future is too important: work with a pro who offers you more. Deciding about senior living requires a great deal of thought, homework, and support. If you are ready to make a move, consider the services of a Senior Real Estate Specialist. Find one to help you here.
At PMMA (Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America®), we are always ready to help you.
Are you ready to get your house on the market and start downsizing – but not sure where to start? Download a free copy of the ABCs to Downsizing and get a step-by-step guide on how to start downsizing and transitioning to your new life in senior living.
If you’re searching for senior living options while preparing to sell your home, we’d love to talk or give you a personalized tour of our communities. Find a community near you and schedule a tour today!
