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Selling Your Parents' Home When They Move Into Assisted Living or a Retirement Residence in Winnipeg

When a parent decides to leave their longtime home and move into assisted living, a retirement residence, a condominium, a life lease, or another type of supportive housing, the entire family can face a major transition. There may be decades of belongings to sort through, moving arrangements to make, financial decisions to consider, and one important question: What should we do with the family home? For many Winnipeg families, selling the property becomes an important part of the transition. But selling a parent's home can be different from a typical real estate transaction, particularly when the home has been owned for decades, needs updating, or several family members are involved. You do not need to have everything figured out before speaking with a REALTOR®. This guide covers the important things to consider when selling your parents' home in Winnipeg and how to make the process more organized and manageable. First: Who Has the Authority to Sell the Home? ...