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Teri Monroe

The True Cost of Staying in Your House vs Moving Closer to Family

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Retirement brings one of the hardest housing choices: stay in your home or relocate closer to loved ones. Both options carry emotional, financial, and practical consequences that most people underestimate. Staying put may feel comfortable, but it can quietly become expensive and isolating. Moving near family offers support—but can bring new financial pressures and family dynamics. Here’s how to weigh the true cost of both paths before deciding.

1. Staying Put Often Costs More Than You Think

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