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Sally Bortz and Margaret Szerlip receive SRES designation

Sally Bortz and Margaret Szerlip from Compass recently received their SRES designation. What does this mean for the older home buyer?

Sally Bortz and Margaret Szerlip are now professionally designated as Senior Real Estate Specialists. We are Realtors who are qualified to assist seniors who are selling their homes and relocating to assisted living or independant living. A specialist has a network of professionals who could be of assistance to older home owners in need of special services to downsize. Our mission is to help seniors and their families deal with all the different decisions that need to be made. These include financial, legal, and understanding the emotional stress of leaving a long time home. There are many decisions to be made regarding what to dispose of when moving. Sally and Margaret are experts in this process and have all of the professional contacts to help navigate a move. The SRES means that Sally and Margaret have the knowledge and experience to suggest housing alternatives, including options that allow for independant living, assisted living, or downsizing to an apartment or condominium. Sally and Margaret will take the time to assess the needs of the homeowner and explain the process in detail and in advance so there are no surprises. They specialize in interacting with all generations of a family, when a senior member needs to move. Realtors with the SRES designation take a no pressure approach and have a strong service orientation. We can slowly get your home ready for sale with our crew of painters, carpenters and packers. We know how to showcase your home so you get the best possible outcome. Call us if you would like some advice about selling your home, and get our list of resources. Sally Bortz/Margaret Szerlip Compass 617-699-6820 617-921-6860

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