Seniors

A Compassionate, Personalized & Professional Real Estate Experience with Debbie as your Senior Specialist.

Moving your loved one is no easy task. Having a professional that understands the complex needs of seniors and their families is what Debbie is known for. Debbie has managed 55+ senior buildings worked as a Property Manager, and moved her own Senior family members. She works with all different personalities (her dad put the s in stubborn)  and all sizes of homes that were renovated and  also original shape.

If you love your home but feel it is time to find out about making life a little easier with accommodating your needs, Debbie meets with you to discuss what is important to you and your family when moving to a new home more suitable.

Questions to ask yourself as a home owner:

  1. Is living in my home getting more difficult?
  2. Is my family concerned about my safety?
  3. Am I able to maintain your home & yard?

This topic is one that Debbie feels is very important let families know they aren’t alone. If starting the process on your own or with families help, Debbie helps with how to begin the process when thinking of downsizing to a new home. Just takes one phone call to find out about:

  • De-cluttering strategies.
  • Storage solutions.
  • Assistance finding where to submit applications for senior housing.
  • Help with the rent-assist applications.
  • Tax questions.
  • Charities that will pick up from your home.
  • Reverse mortgages.
  • Small renovation projects.

Debbie is a full-time licensed real estate professional with RE/MAX who has 12+ years experience in working with Seniors around Winnipeg and the Interlake. Debbie carries the Seniors Real Estate Specialist® designation (SRES®), conferred by the National Association of Realtors® which focusses on assisting seniors when transitioning to a new home. Seniors face more challenges that younger buyers & sellers don’t. Not only are there unique financial considerations in retirement, but older adults have to consider physical limitations.

When Debbie is not helping clients or spending time with family she loves to bake, garden, volunteer and also helps her elderly Mom and Aunt. She understands first hand how transitioning a parents or family member is a delicate process that not only is an honour but needs thoughtful consideration on how to handle the transaction.  Debbie believes in giving back where possible and donates proceeds of her sales to charities like Siloam Mission and The Children’s Miracle Network.

Her no pressure approach guiding seniors and their families in an accommodating & stress-free way has been appreciated by families near and far. One of the most rewarding parts of her job is helping those who need it and knowing that a difference was made at a very important time in their life. Downsize with dignity and ease.

Call Debbie at (204) 391-4663 to talk about what is important to you.

What is the Seniors Accreditation SRES®?

You need a professional REALTOR® who is companioning and thoughtful who understands the emotions in selling the family home. With senior experience, knowledge and marketing savvy who will help get you the most for your property.

Those qualities, along with a special knowledge of managing the sale of a home for those over the age of 50, are what SRES® designees can bring to your next real estate transaction.

SRES® designees are certified senior specialists and astute to the financial and emotional challenges senior clients face when they sell a long-held family home.

SRES® designees not only can create a customized approach to marketing and selling your property, but they also can work with you to explore your housing options to ensure that your next home best serves your current and future needs.

Such certified specialists have special knowledge about everything from reverse mortgages and the importance of universal design to the uses of pensions, 401k accounts, and IRAs in real estate transactions.

They’ll also help you steer clear of loan schemes and scams that victimize aged 50+ borrowers.

And when you need help from other professionals, SRES® designees can tap their network and put you in touch with qualified home inspectors, movers, attorneys, CPAs and other experts.

SRES® designees have all the resources and knowledge to simplify the transaction and eliminate the anxiety of selling your home.

So if you’re thinking of buying, selling, renting or relocating, call me for your FREE Real Estate Consultation. I’m here to help.

Get the Community Information You Need

Do you want to learn more about a particular community? Are you having difficulties figuring out which neighbourhood would be perfect for you and your family? Are you moving out of the area and need information on communities in other parts of the city or country?

I can help.

As a real estate expert, I can provide you with important insights into a range of communities so you can make a more informed decision.

I can get you details on:

  • Type and style of homes.
  • Age of the community.
  • Local amenities such as schools, parks, community centres, etc.
  • Commuting routes and access to public transit.
  • Properties currently listed for sale.
  • General characteristics of the area.

The community you live in is just as important as the home you buy. That’s why I’m committed to helping you make the right choice. If you need a compassionate, helping hand while navigating through the selling process, I can help create a plan with your family to help ease the overwhelming  feeling of moving from the family home to a new place to call home. Call me anytime direct at (204) 391-4663.

Sincerely,
Debbie Hoydalo-Mandilaras, REALTOR® and Seniors (Real Estate) Specialist®