Downsizing

SARVRA Project

Why Downsize?

Downsizing can simplify life, reduce costs, and make your home easier to manage. Moving to a smaller or more affordable home is a major transition, with practical, financial, and emotional considerations.

Catalyst Foundation can help you navigate this process, explore housing options, and plan for a smooth transition.

Financial Considerations

If you sell your home and buy another, it’s important to understand the process and how it may affect your government benefits. Useful resources include:

South Australian Government – Selling and Buying a House

MoneySmart – Downsizing in Retirement

Services Australia / Centrelink

Australian Taxation Office – Downsizer Contributions

Opening Doors

Practical Considerations

Decluttering and deciding what to keep or dispose of can be challenging. Planning step by step and using resources like Becoming Minimalist – Creative Ways to Declutter can help.
Professional organisers can also assist with the process.

Catalyst Foundation can also provide a list of professional organising services to assist with downsizing.

Related Resources

To move or not to move

Retirement housing types – Definitions 

Packing up and moving

Retirement housing with ACF on site or adjacent

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