Bruce's Team - Milwaukee Magazine - How Our Story Began, and How We Can Help!

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Bruce's Team - Milwaukee Magazine - How Our Story Began, and How We Can Help!

I began my journey helping seniors and their families about 35 years ago. It started when I gave my first talk at a senior community to a group of seniors and their families. My talk encompassed the emotional aspects of making a move from their long-time as touching on the overwhelming emotions experienced prior to making their decision to stay or move from their homes. The audience was so very thankful for the information I provided, and let me know that I gave them the strength and courage to make their move which they wished to make.

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The Thought of Moving Keeping Your Up at Night?

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The Thought of Moving Keeping Your Up at Night?

There are so many factors that play into a decision to a change of address, but the most significant is overcoming fear of change. I often hear from my clients that they know the time is coming to find a new home that fits who they are today, but just can’t go beyond that feeling of dread when entertaining the thought of moving.

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Have We Reached the Peak? What Goes Up Must….

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Have We Reached the Peak? What Goes Up Must….

Anyone owning a home today is thrilled to see the incredible appreciation over the last 5 years. Just this year we have seen a 19% increase in home values! That can put a smile on your face but as we all know too well, what goes up must come down. That old saying holds true in every sector of our economy, including housing. Not too long ago, interest rates were at all-time lows at 2.8% for a 30-year fixed rate. We are now approaching 6% for that same 30-year mortgage. Imagine you are trying to buy your first home and not only rates have gone up, but home prices have skyrocketed. There is a breaking point where young buyers will back away from submitting an offer and wait for homes to become more affordable for their budget.

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Your Parents Should Move But Are Fighting Change: What To Do?

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Your Parents Should Move But Are Fighting Change: What To Do?

There comes a time when your parents start needing more supervision. At that point, it would be a good idea to have your aging parents move, either to downsize or to be closer to family. But don't expect that this will be a welcome change, at least not right away. Older people struggle with the idea of change to the point of fearing it. Because of fear of change, the brain seeks predictability and avoids uncertainty. For older people, uprooting their lives can be a source of the unknown.

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Am I Going Crazy!

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Am I Going Crazy!

Thoughts are flowing in and out of our brains every few seconds. Some days we can manage them and others it feels like we are out on an island of crazy…all alone! Think how many times in your life you thought you were the only one with anxious moments and dread of the future. You and I both know you are not alone. Especially when it comes to our home and our future.

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