Bob Morton, Author at Care to Move | Retirement Village Relocation Specialists

Benefits to downsizing and living a minimalist life

Posted on May 24, 2016December 6, 2024 by Bob Morton

There are many benefits to downsizing to a smaller home. If you enjoy saving money, energy and resources, here are 7 reasons to start living a “minimalist life”. 1. Save money and space – reduce frivolous spending There are so many benefits to downsizing into a smaller home that will you help you prioritise your life and only bring what is necessary in your home. Let’s face it, the more space you have, the more area you feel like you need to fill up with stuff. When downsizing, you only buy ...
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What is a senior move manager? (Make the right move and use one!)

Posted on April 28, 2016December 6, 2024 by Bob Morton

The saying “necessity is the mother of invention” means, roughly, that the chief motive behind the newest ideas, or services, is a need. Queensland’s senior move manager are delivering a new service for a growing market. Currently 14 per cent of Queensland’s population is aged 65 years or older. In the next 40 years or so the number of seniors is anticipated to increase by about 24 per cent or 1.8 million people. This increase is approximately equivalent to the current population of Brisb...
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Eight top tips to start decluttering

Posted on April 5, 2016December 6, 2024 by Bob Morton

Our eight top tips for starting the decluttering process. Start with something simple like one room or a cupboard. Create a work station and arm yourself with the right tools to declutter – storage receptacles, cardboard boxes, rubbish bags, packing tape, knife, scissors, reading glasses, ziplock bags, step ladder, pillow for the knees, pad and pen, packing paper, bubblewrap. Get a helper, put on the radio, listen to music, a podcast or an audiobook. Soon you'll be wanting to pack so you ...
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