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Here are a few tips to help search for the perfect residence to age in place.

Walkability

A neighborhood where you can easily walk to restaurants, shopping and entertainment will only become more desirable with age.

Space Considerations

An important factor is having a home thats manageably sized and meets your needs.

Luxurious Features

Whether its a backyard oasis or a luxury building with every imaginable amenity, identify the features that are important to your lifestyle.

Accessibility

A single-floor residence is generally the preferred choice when purchasing a home where you can age in place.

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A home inventory is a list of all your possessions, including descriptions, models, serial numbers, estimated value and other information.

It can be useful if you need to file a homeowners insurance claim, and can help you figure out if you have enough property coverage.

Go through each room and compile a list of your belongings.

Taking photos or videos can make the process easier.

Include your policy number and insurance claims phone number, but not your home address.

Keep at least one paper copy outside your home or store the inventory electronically.

Remember to add items to the list as you acquire them to keep it up-to-date.

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Spruce up your own backyard and inspire your children to get outside and away from their screens.

Treehouse

For kids, there’s almost nothing more fun or classic than climbing a tree, and having a hangout in the treetops makes it that much better! Make this a DIY project at your local hardware store or hire a pro for a more luxurious look.

Swingset

A staple in almost every suburban backyard, a swingset is a great way to get your kids outside. Some sets include slides and monkey bars, and many different styles of swings, such as a classic seat, a tire and even specialty seats for two!

Pool

On a hot summer day, having a pool to jump in, play in and cool off is enticing, both for kids and adults. Even purchase pool toys, such as floats, pool noodles and even a basketball hoop for days full of fun in the sun!

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