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The Golden Girls of Real Estate

Northwest Indiana · Lake · Porter · Laporte · Five Strong

The Golden Girls of Real Estate is a team of five trusted Realtors with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Connections. When you need the best Realtors in Northwest Indiana, choose us.

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Who Are the Golden Girls of Real Estate?

We are 5 seasoned and trusted women Realtors: Becky Wright, Kathleen Keilman, Liz Rytel-Mudroncik, Melissa Grah, and Sarah Portone. Experienced, community-connected, and warm, we help clients through every stage of buying and selling. Meet the 5 of us through our team pages.

What Areas Do We Serve?

We serve all of Northwest Indiana across 3 counties (Lake, Porter, and LaPorte) with dedicated guides for 15 communities, including Munster, Crown Point, Valparaiso, and more.

01 / Who We Are

More Than
Agents.

Golden Girls of Real Estate is a team of five seasoned, trusted Realtors based in Northwest Indiana — affiliated with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Connections.

We serve all of Northwest Indiana, covering Lake, Porter, and Laporte counties. From Munster to Michigan City, from first-time buyers to seasoned investors, we bring deep local knowledge, big-brand marketing power, and genuine care to every transaction.

We're not just realtors. We're your neighbors. We've bought and sold here ourselves. We've raised kids in these communities, coached little league, and voted on school referendums. We know this market because we live this market.

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02 / Meet The Team

Five Agents.
One Mission.

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03 / What We Do

Strategy Meets
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Buying Find Your Home
First-time to forever home
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Investing Build Wealth
Rental & investment properties
Seniors Downsize With Dignity
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04 / Where We Serve

Know Every
Street.

From the tree-lined neighborhoods of Munster to the lakeshore charm of Michigan City, we know every corner of Northwest Indiana. Find the community that fits your life.

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Munster Highland Schererville Dyer St. John Crown Point Hammond Cedar Lake Valparaiso Portage Michigan City Chesterton Hebron Merrillville Lowell
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Seniors & Families
December 11, 2026

Holiday Events and Warm Gatherings for Older Adults in Northwest Indiana: A December Guide for Seniors and Families

From tree lightings on the Crown Point Square to holiday concerts in Valparaiso and lakefront strolls in Michigan City, December in Northwest Indiana is full of gentle ways for seniors to celebrate. A warm guide to seasonal events and gatherings across Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties.
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Senior Transitions
December 9, 2026

The First Christmas in Your New Smaller Home: A Warm Guide for Northwest Indiana Seniors Who Downsized This Year

Downsized this year? The first Christmas in a new ranch, condo, or 55+ community home can feel unfamiliar and wonderful at once. A warm guide to decorating lightly, hosting gently, and making new traditions in Northwest Indiana.
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Seniors & Families
December 7, 2026

Snowbird Season in Northwest Indiana: Winterizing and Protecting Your Home While You're Away

Headed south for the winter and keeping the Northwest Indiana home? A warm, practical guide to winterizing a snowbird home across Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties, from pipes and heat to security and insurance.
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Seniors & Families
December 4, 2026

Moving Between Christmas and New Year: A Senior Move Checklist for Northwest Indiana Families

The week between Christmas and New Year can be a surprisingly good window to move a senior, when the family is together with time off. A warm, practical checklist for a holiday-week move across Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties.
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Buyer Tips
December 2, 2026

House-Hunting Over the Holiday Break: A First-Time Homebuyer Guide for Adult Children and Parents in Northwest Indiana

The week between Christmas and New Year is one of the quietest, most useful stretches to look at homes. A warm guide for adult children and their parents house-hunting across Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties.
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Senior Transitions
November 30, 2026

Downsizing Your Christmas Decorations: A Warm Guide for Northwest Indiana Seniors and Families

Decades of Christmas decorations are often the hardest boxes to sort when downsizing. A warm, step-by-step guide to keeping what matters, passing the rest down, and letting go without guilt.
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Seniors & Families
November 27, 2026

Moving a Senior in Winter: A Warm, Practical Checklist for Northwest Indiana Families

Snow, ice, short days, and the holidays make a winter move different. A warm, practical checklist for moving a parent in winter across Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties.
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Senior Transitions
November 25, 2026

An Estate Sale After the Holidays: What Northwest Indiana Families Should Know Before Clearing the Family Home

A warm, practical guide to scheduling an estate sale after the holidays for families in Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties, from what to keep first to winter timing and the steps that protect the home.
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Senior Transitions
November 23, 2026

Rightsizing in the New Year: A Post-Holiday Downsizing Plan for Northwest Indiana Seniors

After the holidays, the house feels quieter and the timing turns gentler. A warm, step-by-step plan for Northwest Indiana seniors and their families to rightsize in the new year.
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Senior Transitions
November 16, 2026

The First Holidays After a Parent Passes: Navigating Grief and the Family Home in Northwest Indiana

The first Thanksgiving and Christmas without a parent are tender, and the family home makes them harder. A warm guide for adult children in Northwest Indiana on grief, family gatherings, and gentle decisions about the house.
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Seniors & Families
November 18, 2026

A Holiday Visit Home: A Gentle Checklist for Adult Children Checking on Mom and Dad's House in Northwest Indiana

Home for the holidays? That visit is a quiet chance to see how Mom and Dad are really doing. A warm, gentle checklist for adult children visiting a parent's home in Northwest Indiana.
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Seniors & Families
November 20, 2026

Holiday-Ready and Senior-Safe: Preparing a Northwest Indiana Home for Older Parents and Visiting Grandkids

Making the family home safe and welcoming when older parents host visiting grandkids this season. A warm guide to holiday-proofing for falls, fire, and fun in Northwest Indiana.
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Buyer Tips
November 13, 2026

Co-Buying a Home With Your Adult Child: Shared Ownership for Northwest Indiana Families

Parents and adult children going in on a home together? A warm, plain-English guide to co-buying in Northwest Indiana, from financing and ownership options to the family agreement that keeps it kind.
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Seniors & Families
November 11, 2026

Should a Senior Rent or Buy After Selling the Family Home? A Decision Guide for Northwest Indiana Families

After the family home sells, the next question is rent or buy. A warm, plain-English guide to renting versus buying for Northwest Indiana seniors, from the monthly math to the freedom each choice brings.
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Seniors & Families
November 9, 2026

Hosting Thanksgiving in a Smaller Home After Downsizing: A Warm Guide for Northwest Indiana Families

Downsized into a ranch, condo, or 55+ community and wondering how the whole family fits for Thanksgiving? A warm, practical guide to hosting the holiday in a smaller Northwest Indiana home.
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Buyer Tips
November 2, 2026

Down Payment Gifts in 2026: How Parents Can Help an Adult Child Buy a First Home in Northwest Indiana

Can parents gift money for a down payment in 2026? A plain-English guide to gift funds, gift letters, and the tax rules for Northwest Indiana families helping adult children buy their first home.
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Seniors & Families
November 4, 2026

Should Your Parent Sell the House to Move Into a Retirement Community? A Financial Comparison for Northwest Indiana Families

Selling the family home to fund a retirement community is one of the biggest decisions families make. A plain-English financial comparison for Northwest Indiana families weighing the monthly numbers.
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Senior Transitions
November 6, 2026

Who Can Sell an Inherited Home? Executor, Power of Attorney, and Joint Owner Explained for Northwest Indiana Families

Executor, power of attorney, or joint owner: which one can actually sell the family home in Indiana? A plain-English guide for Northwest Indiana families sorting out who holds the authority to sell.
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Seniors & Families
October 16, 2026

Why Retire in Northwest Indiana? 10 Benefits Retirees Love Across Lake, Porter, and LaPorte Counties

From the Lake Michigan shore to historic downtowns and a lower cost of living, here are ten reasons retirees across Northwest Indiana are glad they chose to call this region home.
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Seniors & Families
October 13, 2026

Multigenerational Living in Northwest Indiana: When Parents, Adult Children, and Grandkids Share a Home

More families are choosing to live under one roof. A warm, practical guide to multigenerational living, from space and rules to financing and finding the right home.
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Seniors & Families
October 11, 2026

Retirement Living Options in Northwest Indiana: Independent Living, 55+ Communities, and More

Aging in place, a 55+ community, independent living, or assisted living? A warm comparison of retirement living options across the region.
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Seniors & Families
October 28, 2026

Indiana Senior Tax Benefits: A Year-End Checklist for Northwest Indiana Homeowners

The Over 65 Credit, the over-65 Circuit Breaker, and the homestead deduction. A plain-English year-end checklist for senior homeowners across Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties.
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Senior Transitions
October 30, 2026

Probate and the Family Home in Northwest Indiana: A Timeline for Adult Children

How long probate takes when an estate includes a house, and what happens month by month. A plain-English timeline for families across the region.
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Senior Transitions
October 2, 2026

Moving a Senior in November: A Week-by-Week Checklist for Northwest Indiana Families

Moving a parent in November takes planning around weather and the holidays. A warm, week-by-week senior moving checklist for families.
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Senior Transitions
October 26, 2026

Selling an Inherited Home From Out of State: A Remote Guide for Adult Children

Cleaning out and selling a parent's home from another state is hard, but very doable. A remote guide for adult children selling an inherited home in NW Indiana.
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Seniors & Families
October 23, 2026

Power of Attorney and the Family Home: What Adult Children Should Know

Can a power of attorney be used to sell a parent's home in Indiana? A plain-English guide to durable POA, real estate authority, notarization, and recording.
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Seniors & Families
October 21, 2026

When a Parent Needs Long-Term Care: What Happens to the Family Home in Indiana?

When a parent enters a nursing home, what happens to the family home? A plain-English guide to Medicaid rules, exempt assets, and estate recovery.
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Senior Transitions
October 12, 2026

Stepped-Up Basis and Selling an Inherited Home: What Adult Children Should Know

When you inherit a parent's home, the tax rules may be kinder than you expect. A clear guide to stepped-up basis, capital gains, and record-keeping for NW Indiana families.
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Senior Transitions
October 9, 2026

Downsizing Mistakes to Avoid: A Senior's Guide to a Smoother Move in NW Indiana

Downsizing is emotional and practical at the same time. The most common mistakes NW Indiana seniors and their families make, and how to avoid each one.
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Seniors & Families
October 7, 2026

Senior Community Resources in NW Indiana: Help for Families in Lake, Porter, and LaPorte Counties

A practical guide to senior community resources across NW Indiana: the Area Agency on Aging, meal programs, senior centers, transportation, and Indiana 211.
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Seniors & Families
October 5, 2026

The Family Meeting: How to Talk About an Aging Parent's Housing Future Without a Fight

A warm, practical guide to holding a family meeting about housing decisions, with a simple agenda, ground rules, and ways to keep every voice heard.
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Seniors & Families
October 2, 2026

Aging in Place on a Budget: Low-Cost Home Safety Upgrades for NW Indiana Seniors

You do not need a big remodel to make a home safer. Grab bars, lighting, and non-slip fixes that cost little and prevent most falls.
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Senior Transitions
September 30, 2026

The Emotional Side of Selling the Family Home: A Guide for NW Indiana Families

Selling a parent's home after a loss is as emotional as it is practical. A warm guide on grief, memory, and moving forward with confidence.
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Senior Transitions
September 25, 2026

What to Ask a Realtor Before a Senior's Home Sale

Twelve questions Northwest Indiana families should ask before signing a listing agreement, from fees to family timelines and everything between.
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Seniors & Families
September 23, 2026

When a Parent Moves In With You

A warm guide to space, safety, money, and the written agreements that make multigenerational living under one roof work.
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Seniors & Families
September 21, 2026

Gift of Equity: Selling the Family Home to Family

How a below-market sale to an adult child works, from the appraisal and the paperwork to the tax rules families should know.
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Senior Transitions
September 14, 2026

Downsizing at Thanksgiving: A One-Weekend Plan

A gentle one-weekend plan to sort, keep, and share with parents during the Thanksgiving visit, room by room and decision by decision.
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Seniors & Families
September 16, 2026

Life in a 55+ Community: A Realistic Look

What an ordinary week really looks like in an active adult community, from the clubhouse to the snow removal and the neighbors.
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Senior Transitions
September 18, 2026

Estate Sales and the Family Home Sale

Run the estate sale and the home sale on one calendar. The step-by-step timeline for Northwest Indiana families.
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Seniors & Families
September 7, 2026

The Family Home Financial Files

Know where the deed, mortgage, tax, insurance, and home-equity papers live before a crisis, not after it.
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Senior Transitions
September 9, 2026

Winterizing an Empty House

A practical checklist for protecting a vacant inherited home before the first freeze in Northwest Indiana.
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Seniors & Families
September 11, 2026

Building Your Senior Move Team

The Realtor, attorney, tax pro, and move manager who turn a family move into a calm process.
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Senior Transitions
September 4, 2026

Talking to Siblings About the Family Home

The family home should bring siblings together, not drive them apart. A warm guide for adult children deciding together across Northwest Indiana.
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Seniors & Families
September 2, 2026

Ranch or Condo? The Rightsizing Question

A warm comparison of the two most popular rightsizing choices for Northwest Indiana retirees, from upkeep to equity to community.
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Senior Transitions
August 31, 2026

Preparing an Inherited Home for Sale

A practical checklist for adult children preparing an inherited family home for sale, from paperwork to repairs and pricing.
A cozy living room in a Northwest Indiana ranch home in early autumn mid-downsize, with tidy boxes labeled Keep and Donate near a window, a sofa, books, small pumpkins, and golden afternoon light
Senior Transitions
August 28, 2026

Downsizing Before the Holidays: A Warm Fall Guide

Start before the first gathering and be settled by the table. A warm, practical fall guide for Northwest Indiana seniors and adult children.
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Senior Transitions
August 26, 2026

When to List the Family Home After a Parent Passes

What to settle first, how to pace the listing, and why good timing beats perfect timing across Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties.
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Seniors & Families
August 24, 2026

Moving Closer to Family and Grandkids

A warm, practical relocation guide for Northwest Indiana seniors, from what to look for in a community to making the move feel like a homecoming.
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Seniors & Families
August 21, 2026

Reverse Mortgage or Sell? A Plain-Speak Comparison

A plain-English comparison of the two biggest ways to use home equity, with the questions to ask before deciding.
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Seniors & Families
August 19, 2026

Your First Tour of a 55+ Community: A Checklist

What to look for, ask, and photograph in Crown Point, Schererville, Valparaiso, and everywhere between.
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Senior Transitions
August 17, 2026

The First Year After a Parent Dies: A Guide to the Family Home

A season-by-season plan for the hold, sell, or rent decision in Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties.
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Seniors & Families
August 14, 2026

Winter-Ready Aging in Place: A NW Indiana Home Checklist Before the Snow

Prevent falls, frozen pipes, and power-outage scares across Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties before the first freeze.
An adult daughter and her aging mother seated at a sunlit kitchen table in a cozy Northwest Indiana home reviewing a printed floor plan with tea, brochures, and a house key
Seniors & Families
August 12, 2026

Helping an Aging Parent Choose Their Next Home

A warm guide for adult children, from the first conversation to comparing every housing option in NW Indiana.
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Senior Transitions
August 10, 2026

Rightsizing With Confidence for Your Next Chapter

Unlock equity and find a one-level ranch or 55+ community that fits your next chapter in NW Indiana.
A welcoming 55+ active adult community in autumn with tidy ranch-style homes, a paved walking path, and maples turning gold
Seniors & Families
August 7, 2026

What Do 55+ Community Fees Really Pay For? A Guide for NW Indiana

The plain-English breakdown of 55+ HOA fees and the four questions to ask before an offer in Crown Point, Schererville, or Valparaiso.
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Senior Transitions
August 5, 2026

The 60-Day Downsizing and Moving Calendar for NW Indiana Seniors

A week-by-week plan from the first family conversation to the last unpacked box in Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties.
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Seniors & Families
August 3, 2026

A Room-by-Room Home Safety Audit for NW Indiana Families

Walk mom or dad's home from porch to basement stairs with the fixes that matter most, before Lake County winter arrives.
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Seniors & Families
July 31, 2026

Rent or Sell the Family Home? A Decision Guide for Northwest Indiana Families

Walk through the cash flow, upkeep, taxes, and timing with a step-by-step decision guide for families across Lake, Porter, and LaPorte Counties.
A charming brick ranch home with autumn maple trees turning orange and gold and a for sale sign in the front yard
Senior Transitions
July 29, 2026

Selling a Home in Fall or Winter in Northwest Indiana: A Seasonal Guide

Learn seasonal staging, winter curb appeal, and the timing that works for seniors and adult children.
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Seniors & Families
July 27, 2026

Selling a Home With a Reverse Mortgage in Northwest Indiana

Can a home with a reverse mortgage be sold? Yes. Here is how the loan is paid off at closing.
A cozy kitchen table with two coffee mugs, a plate of cookies, a notebook, and a house key in soft afternoon light
Senior Transitions
July 20, 2026

When a Parent Says No to Moving: A Compassionate Guide for Adult Children

What to do when an aging parent resists moving, with warmth and practical steps for NW Indiana families.
A sunlit wooden kitchen table with a calculator, a coffee mug, a potted plant, and a house key
Seniors & Families
July 22, 2026

How to Tap Home Equity Without Selling: 4 Options for Northwest Indiana Seniors

Compare HELOCs, reverse mortgages, home equity loans,and selling to free equity without leaving home.
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Seniors & Families
July 24, 2026

Senior Services in Northwest Indiana: Support That Helps Seniors Stay Home

Find the senior services in Lake, Porter,and LaPorte counties that help families age in place.
A welcoming 55+ active adult community in Northwest Indiana with ranch-style townhomes and a broad walking path
Seniors & Families
July 10, 2026

Retirement Living Options in Northwest Indiana: A Guide for Seniors and Families

Compare aging in place, 55+ communities, independent apartments, and assisted living across NW Indiana.
An adult daughter and a real estate agent reviewing home purchase documents at a sunlit kitchen table with a house key
Home Buying
July 8, 2026

First-Time Homebuyer Advice for Adult Children of Our Clients

Budgeting, down payment help, loan options, and where to buy in Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties.
A welcoming residential street in a Northwest Indiana town in early autumn with golden-leaved trees and ranch-style homes
Seniors & Families
July 6, 2026

Why Northwest Indiana Is a Great Place to Retire

Affordable, tax-friendly, and close to Chicago: the benefits for retirees in NW Indiana.
A bright open-plan family room in a modern ranch home with a long dining table set for a family meal
Seniors & Families
July 3, 2026

Multigenerational Living That Works: How Northwest Indiana Families Split Costs, Space, and Caregiving

Learn how families split costs, design shared space, and handle caregiving fairly in NW Indiana.
A warm sunlit kitchen table holding organized folders, a house key, reading glasses, and a framed family photo
Senior Transitions
July 1, 2026

Selling an Inherited Family Home: A Step-by-Step Guide for Adult Children

Learn the probate steps, taxes and stepped-up basis, timing, and how to prepare the home in NW Indiana.
A sunlit living room mid-estate-sale with boxes labeled Keep, Donate, and Estate Sale and priced china on a wooden table
Senior Transitions
June 29, 2026

Estate Sale Company or DIY? How Families Decide What to Sell and What to Keep

Compare costs, timelines, and results for estate sales in Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties.
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Senior Transitions
June 10, 2026

Helping Parents Downsize From Out of Town: A Long-Distance Guide for Adult Children

A practical guide for adult children helping aging parents downsize in Northwest Indiana from out of state. Learn about virtual home tours and coordinating the process from a distance.
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Senior Transitions
June 8, 2026

Empty Nest, Fresh Start: How Northwest Indiana Homeowners Can Downsize With Purpose After the Kids Move Out

Empty nesters in Northwest Indiana are discovering the freedom of downsizing. Learn how selling the family home and moving to a ranch home or 55+ community can unlock equity and reduce expenses.
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Seniors & Families
June 22, 2026

Transfer-on-Death Deeds in Indiana: How to Pass Your Home to Family Without Probate

A complete guide to transfer-on-death deeds in Indiana for seniors. Learn how TOD deeds avoid probate in Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties and cost as little as $100 to prepare.
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Seniors & Families
June 24, 2026

Social Security, Pensions, and Home Equity: How Northwest Indiana Retirees Can Coordinate Their Finances

A practical guide for seniors on coordinating Social Security, pensions, retirement accounts, and home equity for a comfortable retirement in Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties.
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Senior Transitions
June 26, 2026

Senior Downsizing: What to Do With Heirlooms, Photos, and Family Treasures in Northwest Indiana

A compassionate guide to handling sentimental belongings during senior downsizing in NW Indiana. Learn what to do with heirlooms, photo albums, and the items nobody wants in Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties.
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