The Downsizing Roadmap Podcast
Welcome to The Downsizing Roadmap Podcast, your go-to resource for navigating the emotional and practical challenges of downsizing. Whether you’re helping a senior loved one transition to a smaller space, embracing minimalism, or simply looking to simplify your life, this podcast offers expert tips, heartwarming stories, and actionable advice to guide you every step of the way.
Join us as we share insights, interview trusted vendors, and explore real-life journeys of letting go and moving forward. Tune in to find inspiration, solutions, and support for creating a lighter, brighter future.
Subscribe today to make downsizing manageable—and maybe even fun!
Meet Your Hosts:
Jodi Rosko and Heather Fisher
Realtors and Downsizing Specialists
The Rosko Group
Keller Williams Community Partners
https://downsizingroadmap.com/
Episodes
47 episodes
47. How to Downsize with Confidence Using the One-Week Rule
If you had to move in one week, what would you take—and what would you leave behind? This simple question can change the way you downsize, declutter, and make decisions.In today’s episode, we’re introducing the One-Week Rul...
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Episode 47
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39:39
46. When to Downsize: Timing the Real Estate Market vs Timing Your Life
Is the housing market making you second-guess your downsizing plans? You're not alone. Many homeowners—especially in their 50s, 60s, and beyond—are stuck waiting for the “perfect time” to move, only to feel more stuck as life keeps changing aro...
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Episode 46
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30:33
45. Letting Go of More Than Stuff: Finding Yourself After the Clutter Clears
When you downsize, you’re not just clearing out closets — you’re closing chapters, releasing old roles, and stepping into a new version of yourself. In today’s episode, we’re talking about what really happens after the clutter is gone…...
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Episode 45
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33:58
44. What to Ask a Real Estate Agent When Downsizing
Downsizing isn’t just a move—it’s a major life transition. And hiring the right real estate agent can make the process easier, more personal, and a whole lot less stressful.In this episode, we’re walking you th...
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Episode 44
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35:20
43. 10 Easy Things to Declutter Now (That You Won’t Miss at All)
Decluttering doesn’t have to mean tackling your photo albums or your kid’s old art projects. Start with the easy stuff—no guilt, no emotional rollercoaster.In this episode, we’re sharing 10 quick wins you can declutter right now without ...
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Episode 43
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31:37
42. Should You Downsize Before Retirement? What to Know While You're Still Working
Do you really have to wait until retirement to make your move? Not necessarily. In this episode, we bust the myth that downsizing is a post-retirement project — and show you why moving while you’re still working might be the smarter, smoother p...
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Episode 42
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23:07
41. How to Talk to Your Adult Children About Downsizing (Before It’s a Crisis)
Starting the downsizing process is hard—but talking to your adult children about it can feel even harder. What if they resist? What if they worry you’re sick? Or worse, what if they avoid the conversation altogether?In this episod...
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Episode 41
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35:58
40. How to Downsize and Sell Your Home While Buying Another (Without Losing Sleep)
Trying to buy your next home while selling your current one—and downsizing at the same time? It’s one of the most complex moves you can make… and it’s also one of the most common for people in midlife and retirement.In this episod...
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Episode 40
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36:09
39. A 12-Month Downsizing Plan: The 3-Space Method for a Lighter Life
What if you could downsize your home—without overwhelm—by focusing on just three key spaces over the next 12 months?In this episode of The Downsizing Roadmap Podcast, Jodi and Heather introduce The 3-Space Method...
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Episode 39
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47:05
38. How to Downsize When You’re the Family Keeper of Memories
If your home has become the storage unit for generations of family photos, heirlooms, and keepsakes—you’re not alone. Many people unexpectedly find themselves the “family memory keeper,” responsible for preserving the stories, history, and belo...
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Episode 38
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36:14
37. Downsize Your Digital Clutter: Photos, Files, and Email
We all know the stress that comes from a cluttered house—but what about the clutter you can’t see?If your phone is full of screenshots you never revisit, your inbox is overflowing with unread messages, or you’re storing years of...
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Episode 37
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32:59
36. Should You Fix Up Your House or Sell As-Is When Downsizing?
Should you tackle repairs and updates before selling your home—or skip the stress and list it as-is? If you’re downsizing, this decision can feel overwhelming. In this episode, we walk you through exactly how to decide what’s worth fixing and w...
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Episode 36
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39:15
35. 8 Things to Downsize Now—Your Future Self Will Thank You
What are you still holding onto that your future self is begging you to let go of?In this uplifting and practical episode of The Downsizing Roadmap Podcast, we’re diving into 8 common things people keep out of guilt, h...
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Episode 35
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43:16
34. How to Downsize and Declutter Your Hobby Room Without Guilt
Craft rooms, woodworking benches, model train layouts—these spaces are more than just square footage. They’re often deeply personal zones of creativity, identity, and memory. So when it’s time to downsize or simplify your home, the hobby room i...
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Episode 34
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31:55
33. Downsizing After a Loss: Grief, Healing, and Home
Downsizing is never easy—but when it comes after the loss of a spouse or parent, it can feel almost impossible. In this heartfelt episode, we talk about what it really looks like to downsize in the wake of grief. Whether you're sorting through ...
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Episode 33
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37:11
32. Swedish Death Cleaning: A Surprisingly Uplifting Book About Letting Go
What do you want your loved ones to deal with when you’re gone—boxes of clutter or a home that tells a clear story?In this week’s episode of the Downsizing Roadmap Podcast, we review the bestselling book The Gentle Art of Sw...
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Episode 32
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37:52
31. Rethink Your Rooms: Design As You Downsize
Downsizing isn't just about reducing—it's about reimagining. In this empowering episode, we shift the focus from what you're giving up to what you're creating. Instead of starting with the donation pile, what if you started wi...
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Episode 31
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35:40
30. Best Homes for Downsizing: Ranch, Condo, or Dream Home?
Thinking about your next move—but not ready for a senior living community? You're not alone. In this episode, we explore the most popular home types for active downsizers and how to choose the right fit for your lifestyle today and...
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Episode 30
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34:57
29. Why Downsizing Is So Hard: The Science of Decision Fatigue
If you’ve ever sat in front of a closet, drawer, or attic full of stuff and felt totally overwhelmed—you’re not alone. Downsizing isn’t just physical work—it’s mental work. And in this episode, we’re diving into why it feels so exhaust...
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Episode 29
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30:58
28. Are You Saving It or Avoiding It? How to Spot Hidden Clutter Traps
Some clutter hides in plain sight—disguised as good intentions, future plans, or memories we think we’re preserving. In this episode of The Downsizing Roadmap Podcast, we unpack the hidden clutter traps that sneak into your home and yo...
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Episode 28
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43:50
27. What to Keep When the Kids Are Grown (and Say They Don’t Want Anything)
You saved it all—the baby clothes, the school projects, the toys. But now your adult kids say… they don’t want any of it. So, what should you actually keep?In this episode of The Downsizing Roadmap Podcast, we’re getting real (b...
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Episode 27
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36:59
26. Decluttering for a Fresh Start: How to Make Space for What’s Next
Is your home filled with things from past seasons of life? It's time to make room for what’s next. In this episode, we’re rethinking decluttering—not as a chore, but as a fresh start.You’ll learn how to let go of what no longer serves yo...
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Episode 26
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28:33
25. The 12-Month Downsizing Journey: A Season-by-Season Guide to a Lighter Life
Thinking about downsizing but overwhelmed by the idea of doing it all at once? In this episode, we share a 12-month, season-by-season downsizing plan that helps you clear space and lighten your life without the stress of a last-minute purge. Wh...
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Episode 25
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38:01
24. The Myth of the Perfect Time: Why You Should Start Downsizing Now
Are you waiting for the “perfect time” to start downsizing? The truth is, that day rarely comes—and waiting can cost you more than you realize.In this episode, we unpack the myth of the perfect time and why so many people delay ...
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Episode 24
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36:44
23. The VA Benefit Every Senior Veteran Should Know About
If you're a veteran—or love someone who is—and you're navigating a big life transition like downsizing or aging in place, this episode is for you. We’re joined by elder law attorney Rachael Houck of Houck Menninger Law to talk about v...
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Episode 23
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33:02