From A Woman's Perspective: January 18th, 2025 "Making Changes that Last"

Making Changes that Last

Good morning, Marilyn, and happy new year once again! I love this time of year and the fresh start it provides. The opportunity to tuck away the previous year, with all its joys and disappointments, happiness and struggles, and embark on setting (and achieving) new goals for myself. I make detailed plans, print off tracking sheets, and remain diligent in my execution for…about three weeks. Then slowly my motivation wanes, my old ways slip back in, and by April I am scoffing in self-derision at my naive new-year optimism. 

This year, however, I have added a new ingredient to my recipe for change: an accountability partner. This is someone who knows my goals and has agreed to support, encourage and hold me responsible for maintaining the commitments I have made to myself. It’s a partnership based on trust, communication and progress tracking. 

The key benefit of having an accountability partner is that they are invested in my success. I’m no longer alone in maintaining my motivation, and this is bound to increase consistency and the likelihood of achieving my goals. We are partners. 

Then it struck me: this is exactly what I do for my real estate clients! I come alongside them, listen to their goals, and partner with them to create a doable plan, then work that plan together until success is achieved. Along the way, I provide practical support, regular check-ins, and honest and constructive feedback. As a Realtor™ who specializes in helping senior clients to downsize, I offer expertise, experience and empathy to reduce the work and worry of making a move.

Wow! That’s a big promise. But as dozens of past clients will attest, hiring our team was the first step in making their SMART move. If 2025 is the year you’re finally going to take action, we would be privileged to partner with you to make it happen. Here’s what those first steps can look like:

• Making an appointment for a downsizing consultation
• Requesting a property evaluation
• Downloading an e-book
• Attending a workshop
• Or, simply asking a question.

It’s as easy as calling me, Sharon, at 416-460-5636 to take that small step, or you can visit our website, smartrealtysolution.com and fill out a form. Like everything at SMART Realty Solutions, there is no cost or obligation for any of our consultations, workshops or downloadable resources. 

There’s no big sales pitch or pressure to “sign on the dotted line.” We understand that making a lasting change usually involves small, incremental steps over time; the bigger the change, the more time it might take. We’re committed to working with you on your timeline.

Our next Zoom webinar is on Wednesday, January 22 at 4:00 pm when we’ll share “The Decluttering Battle Plan™ - Part 2.” We’ll review the straightforward 5-step strategy I have developed specifically for downsizers looking to declutter. You will also receive our follow up workbook to help you achieve your goal of storing less stuff. 

In February, our Wednesday Webinar series continues with “Best Renos for Return on Investment” on the 5th at 4:00 pm. We’ll answer the common question, “What home improvements should I make to maximize the sale price of my home?” Lots of before and after pictures will help you, along with advice on establishing priorities and a budget. 

Registration for either - or both! - of these webinars will ensure you get the recording and follow-up materials we’ve created to keep you moving forward in your goals. Go to our website smartrealtysolution.com to save your spot. Or, if you prefer, call me, Sharon at 416-460-5636 and I’ll make sure you get what you need. 

That’s it for today, Marilyn. My name is Sharon Parenteau, and these have been your SMART Realty Solutions.

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