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18 Things Seniors Should Consider Before Downsizing

December 13, 2019 · Saving & Spending

Travel Costs

Too many seniors overlook this detail when they move. Traveling back home to visit your friends and family will be costly. As you age, it’ll become less and less comfortable. Try to aim for a new home that’s easier to reach but also come to terms with the fact that sometimes, you might only rely on phone calls, text messages or video calls to communicate with the people closest to you.

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