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SERS Seniors Real Estate Specialist

For over 12 years Tony has concentrated on the dynamic downtown and waterfront Real Estate business servicing ALL  AGE GROUPS.  More recently Tony has devoted extra time, effort and study to better understand the special needs of seniors. If you are over 50, that’s you! Any buyer or seller under 50 can benefit from Tony’s 28 years as a successful agent, but the “over 50’s” have special needs that require special attention.

Seniors require a special set of skills that a SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist) Real Estate designation brings to them. Seniors want wise advice based on in-the-field experience supported by up-to-date technology. They have worked hard and deserve respect for a lifetime of contributing and achieving. Tony’s 28 years selling Real Estate puts him in a position to inspire confidence. He has enjoyed loyalty from his clients (see testimonials) as well as respect among his peers. Seniors value relationships and loyalty. Tony knows that. Tony is one of them!

Like most seniors, who didn’t grow up with an understanding of computers, it has taken “thinking out of the box” to address the fact that technology is a major part of the successful realtor’s world today. Tony does not just rest on his success by traditional Real Estate venues but keeps abreast of the cyberspace world utilizing all the latest tools to better service his client. He gives his clients the best of traditional and responsible “know how” along with technology’s resources to help them make the soundest decisions about their “possible” move.

The importance of selling your home and/or purchasing another property at the later stages of life leaves very little room for error. Your home has been among your most important investments.  With proper advice you should be able to maximize and wisely manage that asset, which can contribute to a more comfortable retirement and securing of your children’s inheritance.

Seniors who are making that big move from a large and high maintenance house to an “easy care” condo (with no stairs!) or seniors considering the wonderful luxury of seasonal living accommodations need sound and qualified advice. Acknowledging the need for decision-making guidance and proper planning, Tony is gathering together for his clients a growing list of experts in law, accounting and “senior-related” fields who devote a part of their practice to the concerns of seniors. Tony and his selections have the knowledge, patience and desire to serve and support the maturing client.

Tony has also included a resource page containing many interesting websites for the mature client. Check it out. You may discover a great housekeeping or junk removal service or find some ideas for an interesting adventure. Please browse, whatever your age!

For a free consultation or complementary Real Estate update email service see Tony’s contact page for further details, email him or call him directly on his cellphone at 416.566.4121.     



Recommended Reading

WHEN IT'S MORE THAN JUST STUFF: HOW TO DOWNSIZE YOUR BELONGINGS AND MANAGE A LATER LIFE MOVE


Arline Abrams,SRES member and founder of Senior Transitions NW located in Seattle Washington, and Mimi Handlin-MSW, a geriatric social worker, have written this wonderfully helpful book. This guide was written for anybody who is considering, or in the process of making, a later life move. With nearly 200 pages of useful information, guidelines and worksheets, it is designed to help make this overwhelming process more organized, less stressful, and far easier for everyone involved. From the emotional aspects of change and transition to tips on how to pack your belongings or dispose of hazardous waste, WHEN IT'S MORE THAN JUST STUFF is sure to smooth the way for any senior facing a later life move. This book also makes a wonderful gift for your clients. Visit their website and order a book online by clicking on the link below, or call 206-264-4400 and they will be happy to take your order over the phone.


HOW A SECOND HOME CAN BE YOUR BEST INVESTMENT


By Tom Kelly and John Tuccillo's, this book is a must read for anybody who is considering purchasing a second home. The authors look at the purchase of a second home as primarily an investment property and secondarily as a property for personal enjoyment. The book outlines how homeowners and real estate professionals can find a second home, finance it, and use it to build long-term wealth. Featuring success stories from second home buyers and often overlooked financing options, their book provides dozens of strategies and proven ways for finding the perfect home that will eventually pay for itself. It shows readers how to save thousands of dollars through exchanges and exemptions and includes valuable experiences of second home buyers and real estate investors. How A Second Home Can Be Your Best Investment is published by McGraw-Hill and is available for $16.95 at local book stores, and www.amazon.com.



THE NEW RETIREMENT -- THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.



Many say that life begins at retirement, and authors Jan Cullinane and Cathy Fitzgerald have put together a crafty book full of worksheets, checklists, and quizzes to help any retiree make informed decisions about what would be best for them after retirement. Since many people will need to decide whether or not to move, one helpful chapter titled, "What and Where is Home?" helps your clients analyze their current living situation and lifestyle and determine if it suits their current needs. Other useful information includes financial planning and tax considerations, lifelong learning opportunities, leisure and volunteer opportunities, as well as detailed information about particular locales.