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13. Fine China and Silverware
The love between a Boomer and their silverware is hard to understand for some younger generations. Still, upscale dinnerware and silverware sets may need to be downsized when moving to a smaller home with limited storage space, especially if there’s no room for a bulky china cabinet anymore.
14. Sporting Equipment
Retirement doesn’t mean an end to sports, but it may mean downsizing items like golf clubs, bicycles, and camping gear. Boomers who enjoy outdoor activities may regret letting go of sporting equipment they use somewhat regularly.
15. Family Heirlooms
Downsizing may require Boomers to decide which family heirlooms to keep and which to let go of. Some of these items hold historical or sentimental significance, and the younger generations in the family may not be too keen on inheriting them.
Retirement or relocation is more than just a change in living arrangements. It’s a deeply personal transition that entails navigating a multitude of emotions and practical considerations. If the goal is more freedom (more money, less house to clean, etc.), then downsizing makes sense. But if leaving a family home or parting with possessions feels too stressful, it may be worth reconsidering.
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Are you one of those people who have difficulty throwing things out? Let’s face it: we all save things thinking we might need them someday. But often, that day never comes, and the clutter keeps adding up.
