Downsizing, probate & inherited homes — helping Oregon seniors and families plan their next move.
Selling a home during divorce combines a real estate transaction with legal, financial, and emotional decisions. The safest process begins by confirming who has authority to make decisions and how the sale will be handled under any agreement or court order. A real estate broker can manage the sale, remain neutral, and communicate clearly. The…
The short answer is: possibly—but the first step is determining who has the legal authority to sell. If you owned the property with survivorship rights, your spouse’s ownership interest may pass to you outside probate. If your spouse owned the property separately, or the deed did not include survivorship rights, probate or another legally recognized…
Oregon is experiencing a notable shift in housing trends: multi-generational living is on the rise. Adult children are moving back home, aging parents are joining their families, and some households are co-purchasing homes to share costs. While this approach can offer financial and emotional benefits, not all multi-generational arrangements are carefully planned. Some decisions are…
Downsizing isn’t about giving things up — it’s about gaining freedom, clarity, and peace of mind. Many homeowners reach a season of life where the home that once fit beautifully no longer supports how they want to live today. The kids are grown. Rooms sit unused. Yard work and maintenance feel more like obligations than…
Having Hard Conversations: Planning for Aging, Health, and Home Transitions Talking about aging, health challenges, or the possibility of leaving a beloved home is never easy. These conversations can feel emotional, uncomfortable, and even overwhelming. But they are also some of the most important conversations families can have. As someone who has guided many clients…
Talking to your parents about their home, finances, and future plans isn’t easy. It’s one of those conversations most families put off for as long as possible—until a health issue or sudden life change forces decisions to happen fast. But waiting doesn’t make it easier.In fact, it often makes things more stressful, emotional, and complicated….
Multigenerational living is on the rise—and for good reason. As housing costs increase and family needs evolve, more households are choosing to live together under one property. One of the most practical ways to make this work? An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). Whether it’s aging parents, adult children, or extended family, multigenerational ADU living offers…
