Our Senior Lifestyle Transition Program is built upon a thoughtful, caring approach.

What are lifestyle transitions? We all make them at different times in our lives, and as we inch closer to retirement and our senior years, they can often become more involved and require extra thought, planning, and care.

The challenges involved when downsizing or transitioning to senior living, retiring or relocating to a new destination, or managing a family estate after a loved one has passed can be daunting—and tough to know where to start. 

The quick answer? Start planning as soon as possible. And we can help—with over twenty years of experience helping seniors with a hands-on caring approach, we are here to listen to your unique needs and guide you through the entire process.

With a vast network of resources we will help make these moves less stressful and easier to navigate. We will also consult with your preferred financial or legal advisors to offer our expertise on all real estate and moving matters.

What’s your next step? Bring us in early in the process. We can walk you through all of the benefits of this program and help you figure out the best approach for you or your loved one. Check out some of the program benefits below, and then call us today for a free consultation at 847.275.0277.

OUR PROGRAM BENEFITS INCLUDE:

  • Locating potential properties. Whether for downsizing, a move to maintenance free, or senior living we will proactively search and target homes to fit your needs.

  • Orchestrating the move. From sorting and organizing to managing movers who can help donate, recycle, or offer cash for unwanted items, we make all the logistics easier.

  • Retirement and relocation assistance. We’ll help research and connect you with trusted resources around the US or internationally.

  • Connection to senior-related expert resources. We can help you evaluate your options and put you in touch with experts who provide guidance on all types of senior support services such as housing, elder law, transportation, government, and other benefits.

  • Managing a family estate. We understand how overwhelming it can be to navigate the process of selling a family home after the death of a loved one. We can guide you through the process and keep all family members informed.

  • Property value estimates. We provide complimentary market value estimates as needed for estate planning, legal or tax purposes.

  • And so much more. During our free consultation, we will start by listening to you, and then determine how we can tailor a program and schedule that’s comfortable for you and your unique situation.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is a SRES® designation?
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That means your realtor has gone through the accreditation process to become a certified Seniors Real Estate Specialist, and has the knowledge and expertise to guide homebuyers and sellers over the age of 50 through major financial and lifestyle transitions.

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What qualities make an SRES® Realtor® different from others?

  • Knowledge, experience and compassion in dealing with issues affecting seniors.

  • Ability to help evaluate local senior housing options and alternatives, including ones that may allow for staying in the home instead of selling it.

  • Excellence in customer service.

  • A patient, no pressure approach taking the time needed to make our clients feel comfortable with the complex selling process.

  • A wide network of other senior-focused professionals who can assist in tax counseling, financial and estate planning, and other aspects of the sale and move.

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Does the Burhop Group have the SRES® designation?

We sure do! And we can help guide you through the process and all of the special considerations, making the experience less stressful for you and your loved ones. Contact us today to find out more.

“Thank you for everything you have done to help us make good decisions, identify reliable and skilled resources to update our Mom’s house to make it more appealing to buyers, and for leading us through the whole process with professionalism and kindness. Your efforts, and those of the team you pulled together for us, went far above and beyond our expectations.”
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Tom Benton
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Karen Bar
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Jim Benton

The perfect place to start. To introduce our program we have created a 20-page guide to serve as a conversation starter and also an in-depth reference resource for our clients. Read a copy online using the link below, or you can request a printed copy to be mailed to your home or the home of your loved one here.

Shaunna Burhop (left) and Tracy Bongiorno are Baird & Warner real estate brokers who have over 20 years of experience assisting numerous clients transition their lifestyles successfully. Their goal as a team is to exceed expectations and bring their clients maximum value while making transitions as smooth as possible. They have both achieved the SRES® (Seniors Real Estate Specialist) designation (see below) and have created the Senior Lifestyle Transitions Program to help guide clients and their families through the next phase using a thoughtful and caring approach.