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Your Home Isn’t Forever: Why Smart Retirees Rightsize Before It’s Too Late
Most people say, “I’m never moving again.” But biology has other plans. In this episode of Next Act Ninjas, Rachael Van Pelt, PhD—Healthspan Coach & Realtor—reveals the truth behind the “forever home” myth.
Learn how age-related changes in strength, balance, and cognition affect the way your home supports (or sabotages) your freedom. Discover the three curves of Lifestyle Longevity—mobility, memory, and money—and how timing your move can literally extend your healthspan.
We’ll explore real-life stories of couples who chose to act early, neuroscience on comfort vs. novelty, and the “longevity dividend” you earn by proactively designing your Next Act.
If you’ve ever wondered whether your current home will fit future you, this episode will change how you think about “aging-in-place” and home equity.
🎓 Register for Dr. Rachael’s free online workshop — Rightsize Without Regret and download her free guide “Rethinking Retirement.”
👉 https://rightsizeretirement.com
Chapters:
00:00 How Long Will Your Home Really Fit You?
02:06 The Biology Behind the “Forever Home” Myth
04:17 The Functional Threshold: When Effortless Becomes Effortful
04:54 What “Rightsizing” Really Means
05:17 The Three Curves That Define Lifestyle Longevity
06:20 Case Studies: Two Couples, Two Very Different Futures
08:09 Comfort vs. Growth: The Neuroscience of Change
10:10 Future-Proofing Your Lifestyle
11:20 The Hidden Cost of “Aging in Place”
12:42 Visualizing Your Future Self to Figure Out Fit
13:29 Invitation to Rightsize Without Regret Workshop
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Rightsized Home & Health Review https://bit.ly/4aiIBxx
Rachael Van Pelt, PhD is a retired healthspan scientist turned Realtor and longevity coach helping 55+ adults rightsize with confidence. If you’re unsure whether to move, stay put, or unlock equity, she’ll help you run the numbers, weigh the tradeoffs, and build a plan that supports both health longevity and financial freedom. Rachael works locally (in Colorado) as a Realtor and nationally as a coach. If you want expert guidance for your rightsizing journey, book a free strategy session using the above link.
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⚠️ Disclaimer: We do not accept liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of our publications. You acknowledge that you use the information we provide at your own risk. Do your research.
inPlace Professionals, LLC.
2024 All rights reserved.
Broker eXp Realty, LLC
Copyright Notice: This podcast and our YouTube video contain dialogue, music, and images that are the property of Rachael Van Pelt. You are authorized to share the video link and channel and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to our YouTube channel is provided. @drrachaelvanpelt
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By Rachael Van PeltMost people say, “I’m never moving again.” But biology has other plans. In this episode of Next Act Ninjas, Rachael Van Pelt, PhD—Healthspan Coach & Realtor—reveals the truth behind the “forever home” myth.
Learn how age-related changes in strength, balance, and cognition affect the way your home supports (or sabotages) your freedom. Discover the three curves of Lifestyle Longevity—mobility, memory, and money—and how timing your move can literally extend your healthspan.
We’ll explore real-life stories of couples who chose to act early, neuroscience on comfort vs. novelty, and the “longevity dividend” you earn by proactively designing your Next Act.
If you’ve ever wondered whether your current home will fit future you, this episode will change how you think about “aging-in-place” and home equity.
🎓 Register for Dr. Rachael’s free online workshop — Rightsize Without Regret and download her free guide “Rethinking Retirement.”
👉 https://rightsizeretirement.com
Chapters:
00:00 How Long Will Your Home Really Fit You?
02:06 The Biology Behind the “Forever Home” Myth
04:17 The Functional Threshold: When Effortless Becomes Effortful
04:54 What “Rightsizing” Really Means
05:17 The Three Curves That Define Lifestyle Longevity
06:20 Case Studies: Two Couples, Two Very Different Futures
08:09 Comfort vs. Growth: The Neuroscience of Change
10:10 Future-Proofing Your Lifestyle
11:20 The Hidden Cost of “Aging in Place”
12:42 Visualizing Your Future Self to Figure Out Fit
13:29 Invitation to Rightsize Without Regret Workshop
*****************************
Rightsized Home & Health Review https://bit.ly/4aiIBxx
Rachael Van Pelt, PhD is a retired healthspan scientist turned Realtor and longevity coach helping 55+ adults rightsize with confidence. If you’re unsure whether to move, stay put, or unlock equity, she’ll help you run the numbers, weigh the tradeoffs, and build a plan that supports both health longevity and financial freedom. Rachael works locally (in Colorado) as a Realtor and nationally as a coach. If you want expert guidance for your rightsizing journey, book a free strategy session using the above link.
*****************************
⚠️ Disclaimer: We do not accept liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of our publications. You acknowledge that you use the information we provide at your own risk. Do your research.
inPlace Professionals, LLC.
2024 All rights reserved.
Broker eXp Realty, LLC
Copyright Notice: This podcast and our YouTube video contain dialogue, music, and images that are the property of Rachael Van Pelt. You are authorized to share the video link and channel and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to our YouTube channel is provided. @drrachaelvanpelt