Downsizing is often talked about as a simple next step. In reality, it’s a major life transition and one that’s easy to get wrong if it’s rushed or oversimplified. Over the years, I’ve worked with many homeowners who were excited about downsizing, but later realized they wished they had approached it differently. The good news? Most of these challenges are completely avoidable with the right perspective and planning. Downsizing isn’t complicated, but it is consequential. And