A downsizing move is just like any other - you book the mover and you go!
Not really - Sure, you can conduct a move this way, but it's incredibly inefficient to not take the time to think through the end to end...
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Nov 1
"It ain’t what you don’t know that gets you into trouble. It’s what you know for sure that just ain’t so." – Often attributed to Mark Twain
Yesterday, we got a call from someone looking for estate services—or so I thought. The caller had worked at the Office of the Public...
Nov 1
Move Management: Getting More from That “Generous” 5% Real Estate Commission When You or Your Parents Downsize Your Home
Downsizing your home is often seen as a daunting, emotional process. For many, especially seniors, it’s more than just packing and...
Nov 1
The Downsizing Experience
Downsizing is much more than just packing-up and moving. It’s an emotional journey from start to finish, requiring sensitivity, patience...
Apr 23
Managing Memories
The foundation of any successful company is the trust that develops between its team members and its clients. Building that trust is...
Apr 23
Taking Care of it All
As seniors begin to look forward to a life free of the burdens of maintaining a home, they and their families must deal with one of the...
Apr 23
When the Time Comes
When Stephen Vanner’s mother passed away in Kingston, he knew precisely which company could best assist him in his role as executor of...
Apr 23
Navigating Life’s Changes
Trust is an essential element in any business relationship, and it’s been central to clients’ dealings over the years with Gordon’s...
Jun 23, 2023
Price Conscious vs. Life Conscious
“Many people think saving a couple of thousand dollars (or a few) is a big deal to their parents, money-conscious sellers, or an estate....
Feb 16, 2023
Family Ties - Queen's Alumni Review Magazine Article
Gordon's downsizing and estate services helps families with a one-stop approach to managing life's changes.
Feb 16, 2023
Moving On - Queen's Alumni Review Magazine Article
Gordon's guides families through the difficult task of downsizing and estate management.
Feb 16, 2023
A Life Saver - Queen's Alumni Review Magazine Article
Why Executors and Lawyers look to Gordon's to handle the complexities of estate management.
Nov 30, 2022
Spending the Holidays with Family
Leverage your loved ones to help determine how you’re really doing. For most people, the holiday season is an exciting time of year! The...
Jul 29, 2022
Listing in a Downward Market
By now most sellers have heard the market has changed and is changing. Downward. Depending on where in Ontario your property is, the...
Jan 28, 2022
Avoiding Chaos: 8 Discussions You Need to Have for Stress-Free Downsizing and Estate Settlement
For more than forty years, Barry Gordon, Partner and CEO of Gordon’s Downsizing & Estate Services Ltd., has advised thousands of clients...
Apr 27, 2021
Prearranging Your Estate Settlement
Prearrange the settlement of the overwhelming physical asset side of your estate. Give your executor a real team of experts to guide them...
Apr 9, 2021
Settling an Estate in the Time of COVID-19: Tips & Resources
Being an executor of someone’s will is much harder than most people realize. The honour of being named by a loved one is quickly replaced...
Mar 16, 2021
3 Things to Understand When Selecting a Move Management Partner
The move management industry has evolved greatly since it’s inception approximately 20 years ago. Move Managers are professionals trained...
Mar 9, 2021
How a Professional Can Help You Face the Challenges of Settling an Estate
Being an estate trustee and executor can be a stressful role. Bearing that level of responsibility, especially during a time of grieving,...
Feb 23, 2021
Estate Management: Know Who to Trust!
As an Estate Executor, you have a big job to do. Someone has entrusted you to complete an important task. How do you find a real estate...
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