Downsizing Information Kit | Page 6

Transition steps 1 2 3 Talk to your family Choose an agent Talk to a trusted Talk to your family about your wishes to sell the family home, so they are part of the process from the start. Ray White will connect you with your local accredited downsizing sales specialist who: • Is experienced with the downsizing process. • Can recommend other experienced downsizing professionals like a mortgage broker, accountant or solicitor. • Is sensitive to the emotion surrounding selling your home. • Has a proven sales record. • Will help make your transition as seamless as possible. finance person Talk to a trusted finance person, a mortgage broker or accountant, about the best way to set up the sale. You might need funds to purchase your new home or provide a deposit to a retirement village or for assisted living before your current home sells. A mortgage broker can help you organise a bridging loan to cover the period between when you buy your new home and when you sell. If you don’t already have a trusted mortgage broker, we’ll put you in touch with a Loan Market broker.