Downsizing can be emotional as well as practical. Taking it step by step — and getting the right help — makes all the difference.
Start early and take your time
Give yourself plenty of time to go through belongings at a comfortable pace. There’s no need to rush a lifetime of memories into a weekend.
Sort into keep, gift, donate and dispose
- Measure your new rooms so you know what will fit
- Prioritise the pieces you love and use
- Gift meaningful items to family now if you’d like to
- Donate or recycle what you no longer need
Plan the new space
Sketch where furniture will go in the new home before moving day. It helps you decide what’s coming and means everything has a place when you arrive.
Get caring help
Our retirement and downsizing service is patient and unhurried, and we can help sort, pack, move and even set up your new home.
Thinking about downsizing? Talk to our friendly team — no pressure, just helpful advice.