Press Release

Rory S. Coakley Realty, Inc. Specialty Downsizing Service

Focus on Downsizing Meets Growing Demand

ROCKVILLE, MD — June 3, 2025 —  Rory S. Coakley Realty, Inc. (Coakley Realty), a premier full-service residential and commercial real estate company in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, offers a dedicated specialty service to meet the growing demand of regional homeowners as they look to downsize.

The increased interest to downsize has been driven by various factors, including population growth, an aging population, economic factors, housing supply constraints, and lifestyle preferences. In markets where the average listing price remains high, downsizing is becoming an even more attractive option for homeowners who want to save on maintenance and utilities, access home equity and perhaps enjoy the ease of single-level living.

Downsizing can be challenging, with ties to long-term homes and the daunting task of decluttering. Coakley Realty has decades of experience in helping clients navigate the complexities of downsizing. This specialty service offers strategies and dedicated guidance for clients, specifically surrounding:

• Determining financial goals, with regard to the sale of their current home and future housing needs.
• Defining the client’s future housing needs, whether that be a smaller home, condo, apartment, assisted living, or moving in with relatives. Coakley Realty will work with clients to consider key factors such as size, price, location, amenities, and lifestyle.
• Understanding tax implications of selling and moving.
• Confirming the availability of important documents, such as deeds, trust documents, power of attorney, and death certificates, as applicable.
• Connecting clients with reliable home improvement resources such as contractors to help prepare homes for sale, quality moving companies, packing assistance, securing storage facilities, and reputable donation services.

Kathleen Caulfield Meyer, a realtor with Coakley Realty since 1995, specializes in helping clients downsize and also offers seminars on the topic for people looking for guidance. Kathleen comments, “Given the current market conditions and the growing population of retirees, our all­ encompassing downsizing service is essential. We provide comprehensive solutions for homeowners looking to transition to smaller living spaces. Downsizing can also be an emotional experience, and we are here to support our clients through this process while achieving their desired goals.”

About Coakley Realty

Founded in 1989, Coakley Realty is a premier full-service residential and commercial real estate company in the Washington, DC metropolitan area specializing in residential and commercial real estate sale and leasing, property management, tax appeals, appraisals, and litigation support. Coakley Realty’s staff of experienced consultants offer home buyers, home sellers and business owners the best in real estate service and high levels of expertise in analysis and negotiating skills. For more information, please visit www.coakleyrealty.com.