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Downsizing in Bend? How Small Is Too Small?
How much should you downsize when you retire?
At an open house recently, I met two retired couples who happened to be there at the same time. Both had downsized into homes in the same Bend community within the last several years.
Both couples told me the same thing: they downsized too much.
Now they're looking again.
Downsizing doesn't necessarily mean you want a small house. Maybe what you really want is less yard work. Fewer stairs. Less maintenance. Fewer rooms you never use.
You probably still want space for visiting family, hobbies, bikes, kayaks, an office, storage, or simply enough room to feel comfortable.
So before deciding how many square feet yo...
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Why Uncertainty Can Create Opportunity for Cash Buyers in Bend
Cash buyers almost always have certain advantages in a real estate transaction. During periods of uncertainty, those advantages often become even more significant.
If you've been watching the Bend real estate market recently, you may have noticed that it feels a little quieter.
Over the past couple of weeks, activity seems to have slowed. It's difficult to point to any single cause. Higher mortgage rates, inflation concerns, economic uncertainty, and changing workplace policies may all be contributing. Markets rarely change because of a single event.
What we do know is that uncertainty changes the way people make financial decisions.
In general, four t...
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Thinking About Retiring to Bend? Here Are 25 Questions People Commonly Ask
As you undoubtedly know, retirement is about more than finding a beautiful home. It's about finding a community and a lifestyle that fit the next chapter of your life.
If you're considering retiring to Bend, you've probably discovered that there is no shortage of opinions online. This guide answers many of the questions prospective retirees ask as they begin exploring whether Bend is the right place for them.
1. Is Bend a good place to retire?
For many people, yes. Bend offers abundant sunshine, beautiful scenery, outdoor recreation, and an active and friendly community, but whether it's the right fit depends on your budget, lifestyle, healthcare needs, and how you picture your retirement.
2. Is Bend too expensive?
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