RE/MAX Advantage Realty Group

| 108 State Street | Bangor, Maine 04401

Real Estate information for Seniors

Seniors, or mature consumers, have unique needs and concerns with Seniors

real estate transactions. They need an informed agent, educated on the specific issues related to this market and age group such as:

Advantages and disadvantages of reversed mortgages
When 1031 Exchanges should be considered
Estates and trusts
Retirement communities and second homes

While information is important, concern, respect and understanding are crucial from the person chosen to assist and counsel Seniors. Deciding which artifacts to keep and which to give up, things that represents a lifetime of memories, can be a struggle before the packing even begins. Many times this is the move that requires giving up more than some memorabilia. Whether your trying to make life a little easier by downsizing, or making the choice to be closer to shopping and hospitals, or trading a high maintenance home for one that will require less maintenance, such a transition can create mixed emotions because:

You're moving away from long time friends
Perhaps giving up some independence
There are concerns about pets
You're leaving a home you're comfortable in to go to an unfamiliar place

It's certainly a time of reflection, concern, fear, and for many, excitement. This is the time when your life's work and worth need a trusted, honest, informed and understanding agent. Some of our experienced agents have achieved their Senior Real Estate Specialist designation from the Senior Real Estate Advantage Council. Their desire to provide effective help has led them to acquire a higher level of education and training, in order to be qualified to address the concerns and needs of these unique people.

Visit the Hammond Street Senior Center in Bangor at www.hammondstreet.org

Our Featured Lender of the Month!

Shannon Odom lives and works in the Bangor area and when it comes to getting the job done there's nobody more dependable or knowledgeable. This is why we have chosen Shannon to be our featured lender for April. Please click his business card below to learn more or to begin the application process.