{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"207: Downsizing on Your Terms: Moving After 55","description":"When most of us picture an older adult moving out of a long-time home, we imagine a crisis \u2014 declining health, a loss of independence, a move someone else decided was necessary. This episode is about the opposite. Host Kirsten Howe welcomes back real estate agent Nathan Jines of Jines Real Estate Group to talk about homeowners 55 and up who are choosing to relocate \u2014 not because they have to, but because they want to. Nathan explains why this is his favorite group to work with, and why the most important question isn\u2019t \u201cwhere should I go?\u201d but \u201cwhat do I want this next phase of my life to look like?\u201d Whether the answer is a view, a 1930s Mediterranean in Berkeley, or simply being closer to the grandkids, the move finally gets to be about you. Kirsten also flags the good half of Prop 19 \u2014 the chance for California homeowners to take their property tax base with them when they move. If you or someone you love is starting to think about a move later in life, on your own terms, this conversation is for you. Time-stamped Show Notes: 0:00 Introduction 0:40 Kirsten frames today\u2019s topic \u2014 relocating by choice, not out of necessity. This isn\u2019t about people moving into assisted living or a child\u2019s home for care; that\u2019s a different conversation for another day. 1:45 Who this episode is for \u2014 people 55 and up with good health who want a change.  2:50 The good half of Prop 19 \u2014 in California, relocating can let you take your property tax base with you, which gives real freedom to people in this stage of life. 3:25 Why 55-plus is Nathan\u2019s favorite group to work with \u2014 at this stage, you don\u2019t have to move; you GET to, and the goal is to design the lifestyle you want for the next phase. 4:30 The most important first question isn\u2019t where to go \u2014 it\u2019s what you want your next phase to look like and what excites you. 6:10 Moving to be near the grandkids \u2014 and the Texas \u201cbarndominium\u201d one couple built after traveling out several times, buying land, and creating a home with all the features of a house that still qualifies as a barn. 8:15 Only move because it excites you \u2014 you no longer have to relocate for a job, a new baby, or the schools. The decision finally gets to be about the life you want. 9:05 Listen for more details about how Nathan takes the pressure off a big, stressful move \u2014 his goal is to help clients explore what\u2019s right for them at their own pace. 10:00 Try before you buy \u2014 connect with a local agent and rent an Airbnb to \u201ctry on\u201d a location, even one nearby. He shares a Berkeley client weighing city life in Rockridge against suburban Lafayette. 11:10 Don\u2019t forget the commute \u2014 Nathan shares a story about a client who moved to San Jose just as his company called everyone back to the office, and grew tired of the hour-and-a-half drive. 12:05 Next, Kirsten and Nathan discuss the most daunting part \u2014 getting out of a home full of belongings, and why you don\u2019t have to do it alone. Take the Next Step in Your Estate Planning Journey If this episode resonated with you, we'd love to help you with your own estate planning needs in California. Schedule a complimentary discovery call with our team at Absolute Trust Counsel. During this no-obligation conversation, we'll: Learn about your unique situation and goals Answer questions about our services Determine if we're the right fit to work together Visit https:\/\/absolutetrustcounsel.com\/scheduling\/ or call 925-943-2740 to schedule your free discovery call today. Follow and Review: We\u2019d love for you to follow us if you haven\u2019t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We\u2019d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select \u201cRatings and Reviews\u201d and \u201cWrite a Review\u201d then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a couple second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits: The Absolute Trust Talk podcast is brought to you with the help of Q2Mark, led by Chief Marketing Officer Susie Hays. Since 2016, Q2Mark has partnered with Absolute Trust Counsel on all marketing communications\u2014from brand development and website design to this podcast series with over 192 episodes, social media management, video production, and more. If you're business owner looking for comprehensive marketing support, visit Q2Mark.com. ","author_name":"Absolute Trust Talk","author_url":"https:\/\/absolutetrustcounsel.com\/podcast","html":"