by Sue Anfang, Updated Feb 29th, 2024
I meet many people at the beginning of their downsizing journey. They may be just considering a move to a smaller place. The common concern most people have when they start is they are just overwhelmed with where to start.
That’s why I started my Toronto downsizing seminars. I’ve been doing them for over 5 years now; and have helped many, many people through the process.
It’s where you can join like minded people in a relaxed atmosphere to learn about the most common things that worry people during a downsize. Think through common questions and challenges – and build your own plan to suit your personal needs.
I’ve put together 3 FREE downsizing information sessions this spring, and introduced a new topic in the first session that people are often fascinated by, the art of Home Staging – Decorating to Sell
Session 1
Location: Royal Canadian Legion 258 Highland Creek, 305 Morrish Rd.
Date & Time: March 12th 11:00 – 1:00
Topics:
- Examine your reasons for downsizing
- Learn about housing options available to you – whether you choose to rent or purchase
- Develop your own Downsizing Workbook
- Learn how to deal with your stuff
- Home Staging – how this can help you sell your home or spark joy in your next home
Special guest speakers Clare Platt of the Next Step Forward will talk about how to declutter your home and what to do with your stuff. Sue Taylor of Retreat Home Staging and Redesign will introduce you to the art of Home Staging. Light refreshments will be served, limited free parking available.
Session 2
Location: Guildwood Chartwell Retirement Residence, 65 Livingston Rd.
Date & Time: March 19th 11:00 – 12:30
Topics: I have put together two, 30 minute “cram sessions” where we delve into a couple of the most asked about things. If you’re interested in a short tour of the facility after our session, one of the lovely people from Chartwell will be happy to show you around.
Decluttering battle plan: How to make progress decluttering in 30 minutes a day. It doesn’t have to be exhausting to make progress, you just have to know where to start and how to focus your efforts to “Get R Done”
Home improvements with the best ROI. Should you renovate or refresh before you sell? How much should you budget? What gives you the best bang for your buck? I’ll share some budget friendly ideas with you; including lots of before and after pictures!
Session 3
Location: Zoom
Date & Time: March 26th 11-12:30
Delve deeper into housing options as we look at MLS listings. Compare features, floor plans & details of the properties we touched on in Session 1. Understand what’s involved in Condo living. Be prepared with an open mind to the world of possibilities that await!
Session 4
Location: Port Union Community Centre, 5450 Lawrence Ave E., Toronto
Date: April 20th 9:30 - Noon
FREE Secure shredding event. Bring your sensitive documents by the handful, box or bag & Iron Mountain will shred them securely on-site for you. This is part of the combined Centennial & West Rouge Earth day events. Have recycling to get rid of? The Highland Creek Scouts troop will be on hand to take your scrap metal, textiles & electronics. No need to reserve, just bring your stuff!!
