Elder Resources
Elder Real Estate Information Series
Our Elder Real Estate Series has been a trusted resource for comprehensive insights into elder real estate matters. Whether you're revisiting or discovering our series for the first time, here’s who will benefit the most:
- Seniors (50+): Tailored content focused on your unique real estate needs and questions.
- Pre-seniors and Young Adults: If you're under 50 but planning ahead for financial stability, this series is a valuable tool for you.
- Advocates and Caregivers: If you're looking to protect an elderly loved one from financial exploitation or want to better understand real estate discussions relevant to elder care, this series will provide you with the necessary information.
Dive into our updated series and explore the crucial aspects of elder real estate that Deeds.com expertly covers. Here's what you'll find:
Politically Connected Broker Pushed Senior Into Reverse Mortgage, Says Lawsuit
A current member of the Council of Calistoga, California, who is also a broker, faces a hearing this month. A lawsuit accuses Councilmember Scott Cooper,...
Published on: September 19, 2025
Should I Remove My Deceased Spouse’s Name From Our Deed?
You probably don’t have to. That said, the best answer to your question should take into account the way your deed was vested, and whether a lawyer...
Published on: September 9, 2025
Seniors Say: Why We Buy, and What We Look for in Real Estate
The average age of a first-time home buyer keeps getting higher. The trend has turned into a tectonic shift. Today, it’s not the slightest bit unusual...
Published on: September 6, 2025
When Protectors Become Predators: Exposing Professionals Who Exploit Their Senior Clients
A few months ago in Miami, a real estate agent misused the power of attorney against a client. The agent bequeathed himself $1.6 million in oceanfront...
Published on: August 19, 2025
What Can a SRES® Agent Offer a Mature Home Buyer?
Have you heard about the Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®), from the National Association of REALTORS®? The SRES credential is a sign that...
Published on: August 12, 2025
Legal Aid Resources: Finding Free and Low-Cost Services for Seniors
Deeds.com offers updated, compliant real estate documents and forms. Now and then, a reader has situation-specific legal questions which require legal...
Published on: August 5, 2025
Power of Attorney or Guardianship for Older Adults: Confront and Avert Misuse
When it’s apparent that a power of attorney is being improperly used, is there any recourse? Here, we explore this important question. Entrusted...
Published on: July 27, 2025
Conservatorship? Guardianship? What Do They Mean for Senior Deed Transfers?
For a lifelong couple, the day comes when one partner starts to focus intently on the well-being of the other. Before then, it’s important for a couple...
Published on: July 21, 2025
Seniors Lose Billions Each Year to Scammers: 5 Quick Tips to Protect Yourself
According to the FBI, scammers take advantage of seniors to the tune of billions annually. A lot of this happens because seniors own a massive amount of...
Published on: July 19, 2025
What Is a 721 Exchange—And Is It Worth Doing?
Numerous companies offer 721 exchange investment opportunities. One of the newer firms is Denver-based Flock Homes. The company sends proposals out to...
Published on: July 8, 2025
Snowbird Estate Planning for a Changing Environment
If you move with the seasons, your retirement and estate planning needs special attention — now more than ever. This article provides some considerations...
Published on: June 17, 2025
Social Capital: What’s the Deal With Senior Co-ops?
Many people talk about living in a retirement community at some point in their post-retirement journey. But what’s out there for middle-income seniors...
Published on: June 10, 2025
Quitclaim Deeds and Senior Homeowners: Convenience with Caution
When someone wants to know which kind of document makes it easy to pass real estate ownership, the quitclaim deed comes to mind. Convenient? You bet. And...
Published on: May 18, 2025
Seniors Make Moves to Beat the Rush for Retirement Housing
And here they come… The most senior boomers will celebrate their 80th birthdays within a year. Seniors typically move to retirement living in their...
Published on: May 16, 2025
Transfer on Death Deed: Second Thoughts?
Avoiding the probate courts is an important goal for some homeowners. That’s why the transfer on death deedhas achieved popularity. One by one, most...
Published on: May 1, 2025
Meanwhile, in Ohio…Seniors Get Warnings of Deed Wholesaling Scams
In Ohio, seniors are being warned of unexpected offers from real estate marketers who want to buy homes. The state’s Real Estate and Professional...
Published on: April 22, 2025
What’s “Undue Influence” in the Transfer of a Deed? Massachusetts Appeals Court Speaks
A homeowner transfers a deed. But someone else in the deed transferor’s circle isn’t too happy about who got it. Was the deed transfer fair? Yes,...
Published on: April 16, 2025
Turning a Hotel Into Homes for Seniors, Vets in Palm Beach County
Palm Beach County, Florida is about to lose 1,000 affordable units over the coming five years. Why? Agreements with developers established restrictions...
Published on: April 5, 2025
Older Adults, Look Out for These Two Common Deed Bloopers
What are the most common fumbles older adults make with deeds? Let’s take it from the top. Number One: Deeding Property to Your Adult Child. This...
Published on: March 25, 2025
Reverse Mortgage Problems: When to Stay, and When to Walk Away
Reverse mortgages are designed for senior homeowners. They’re advertised as a super power available to longtime deed holders. The idea? When you’re...
Published on: March 4, 2025
Life Estate Deed or Living Trust: Which Path Is Right for Your Home?
It’s never too soon to plan out the transfer of your deed after you pass. One way to do it? The tried-and-true method of writing your last will and testament...
Published on: March 1, 2025
What Is a Senior Citizen Tax Work-Off for Property Taxes?
There’s a trend taking shape across the country. Seniors are working off part or all of their property tax bills. Some jurisdictions, like Pennsylvania,...
Published on: January 21, 2025
The Compass Real Estate Company Is About to Open a New Division Just for Boomers
Compass is launching a new division to guide and serve senior clients. The agents who sign up will be certified by the Society of Certified Senior Advisors. Here’s...
Published on: January 16, 2025
Senior Deed Transfers: Is Capacity In Question?
When an older adult transfers property, sometimes questions come up about whether the deed holder had legal capacity to transfer it. Did the person grasp...
Published on: January 2, 2025
