Home, Sweet (and Safer) Home

At Hively, we're always on the hunt for the culture and tips to enrich this next life chapter. This week, we’re focusing on the place we know best—home. Whether you’re determined to age in place or curious about downsizing costs, we’ve gathered insights to help you live comfortably and confidently.

Upcoming Events 🗓

• Let's Talk: Grandparenting Across Distances
  How do we stay close when we’re far apart? In this peer-led conversation, we’ll swap stories and strategies for grandparenting across states, countries, and time zones.
  Today - Thu 8/7 at 2pm ET | Sign-up here

• Let's Talk: Would You Ever Move Again?
  Beach house dreams, being closer to grandkids, or just craving less upkeep and more adventure—many of us wonder: should I make another move? In this peer-led conversation, we'll share thoughts on post-retirement relocating, downsizing and starting fresh somewhere new.
  Thu 8/13 at 4pm ET | Sign-up here

This Week’s Suggested Reading 📖

• Staying Put: Why “Aging in Place” Is Surging
  From familiar front porches to mortgage-free peace of mind, more older Americans are digging in their heels—and for good reason. New Redfin data show one-third of homeowners ages 61-79 say they’ll never sell, while another 30 percent don’t plan to move for at least a decade. Click to read at nextavenue.org

• Seven Financial Considerations When Downsizing for Retirement

  Before selling the big house, run the numbers beyond listing price. Kiplinger’s seven-point downsizing guide says to “test-drive” any new locale and run the full tax math - income, property, estate, sales. Click to read at kiplinger.com

The Latest in Healthy Aging 🧠

• Three Steps for Fall Prevention
  Falls remain the no. 1 cause of injury for older adults, yet most are preventable in three basic steps: clear floor clutter and throw-rugs, brighten hallways and stairs, and install “grab points” like handrails or shower bars throughout the house. Click to read at nextavenue.org

This Week’s Resource 🎉

• Real Estate: Free Consultation with Christina Marmonti

  Connect with Christina for expert guidance on downsizing to finding the ideal home in retirement. She is a dedicated real estate agent licensed in New Hampshire and Massachusetts, specializing in residential sales. Hively members can receive 10% off her services.
  NH, MA | Click to learn more

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Warmly,
Hively Team