Getting Your Edge: How to Downsize Your Home.
Life Happens to Everyone! These events can force changes in how and where you live. How you react and manage those events is what matters.
Join Judy Gratton and Dennis Day, two agents with over 30 years combined experience in real estate, as they provide you insights into managing the twists and turns life throws at you, so you can land on your feet and in the right place.
Whether you need to downsize from your forever home, upsize to handle a growing family, or moving an aging parent into a safer setting, the “Downsize" Podcast will share the information you need to be ready.
Using their personal experiences and interviews with experts in a variety of fields, like: financial planning, estate sales, or living abroad, our hosts will dish out the information and advice that will help you take on life’s challenges informed and prepared. For more information about the Edge Group Real Estate Team:
www.EdgeGroupTeam.com
Episodes
74 episodes
How Homeowners Turn Home Equity Into Cash Flow
Reverse mortgages still trigger an automatic “nope” for a lot of homeowners, and we get it. The stories from decades ago were messy, confusing, and sometimes genuinely harmful. But the modern version, the FHA insured Home Equity Conversion Mort...
Ten Smart Steps To Maximize Your Spring Home Sale
One mistake in the first two weeks of a spring listing can drain thousands from your sale. We break down the ten moves that protect your price and accelerate your timeline across Seattle, King County, and Snohomish County—so you launch strong, ...
Downsize Wrong, Re-Size Right—Here's How
In this episode of 'Getting Your Edge: How to Downsize Your Home and Life,' hosts Dennis Day and Judy Gratton discuss the concept of right-sizing your life. They provide 12 actionable tips to make your home and lifestyle more manageable and les...
Seattle Condos in Free Fall: What's Really Happening?
This podcast discusses the current struggles in the "housing market", attributing them to high mortgage rates, HOA fees, insurance costs, and overall "economic news" as of December 2025. It also provides a year-over-year recap showing price dec...
Transform Your Property for Profit: The Benefits of Group Home Sales
Explore a practical, mission-driven way to sell a longtime home by working with group home operators who value larger, well-located properties and offer seller-friendly terms. Jim Boad explains sober living models, oversight, neighborhood stand...
From First Impression to Final Offer: 6 Psychological Keys to a Successful Home Sale
Selling your home isn’t just about price—it’s about psychology. In this episode of Getting Your Edge – How to Downsize Your Home, Judy Gratton and Dennis Day reveal six proven strategies that tap into buyer emotions to help you sell fa...
Thriving in Retirement: How to Redefine Purpose and Design Your Next Chapter
Thriving in Retirement: How to Redefine Purpose and Design Your Next ChapterIn this episode of 'Getting Your Edge: How to Downsize Your Life,' we explore the key aspects of transitioning into retirement and how to embrace a fulfilling n...
Secrets to Making Downsizing Super Easy!
Jeannine Bryant's journey from North Dakota farm girl to right-sizing expert began with a childhood surrounded by grandparents and a natural gift for organization. Today, as CEO of Changing Spaces SRS in Lincoln, Nebraska, she leads a team help...
Summer Lawn Care Tips
We are on vacation for two weeks. But here's some summer time lawn care tips.
7 Surprising Reasons Downsizing Makes Life Better!
We explore seven hidden benefits of downsizing beyond the obvious advantages of saving money, having less yard work, and eliminating clutter. These secret benefits can significantly improve your quality of life and provide additional motivation...
Your Insurance Policy Isn't What You Think It Is- Part 2
What You Don't Know About Your Insurance Policy Can Hurt You-Part 2In this enlightening episode of 'Getting Your Edge: How to Downsize Your Home,' hosts Dennis Day and Judy Gratton dive into the complex world of insurance with expert Do...
Your Insurance Policy Isn't What You Think It Is
Learn the truth about your insurance policy in this eye-opening video. Don't wait for a crisis to find out what your coverage really includes.In this enlightening episode of 'Getting Your Edge,' hosts Dennis Day and Judy Gratton dive in...
Expat Life in Mexico: Downsizing, Living, and Working as an American
Living and Thriving in Mexico: Expat Life and Running a BusinessExpat Life in Mexico: Downsizing, Living, and Working as an American! Join co-hosts Dennis Day and Judy Gratton in this thrilling episode of 'Getting Your Edge: How ...
Downsize for this Spring's Real Estate Market: Top Seven Tips to Get your Home Ready to Sell
The Spring Real Estate Market is the Best Time to Downsize. We have seven expert tips to get your home ready, and start your downsizing adventure.
Navigating the Real Estate Rollercoaster: Buying Smart Amid Rising Rates
What if navigating the real estate market could be your next strategic move, even amidst rising interest rates? Join hosts Dennis Day and Judy Grant as they unravel the complexities of the real estate landscape from 2020 through 2024, focusing ...
Embracing Minimalism for a Festive Season
Discover the transformative power of gifting experiences instead of material possessions during the holiday season. By focusing on shared moments with loved ones, this episode encourages listeners to celebrate the season with meaningful gifts t...
Managing the Medicare Maze 2025
Unlock the secrets to navigating the latest Medicare changes with the expert guidance of Dennis Day, Judy Gratton, and our special guest, Kevin Anderson. Prepare to be informed about the significant transformations coming in 2024 and 2025, such...
Our Van Life Adventures
What happens when you swap a traditional home for a 19.5-foot van and hit the open road? Join us as we chat with our lifelong friends, Don and Gae Taylor, who took the leap from their West Seattle life into the world of van living. After years ...
Hot or Not? An In Depth Look at Seattle Area Real Estate
Is the Seattle-Metro area real estate Hot? Or Not?In this episode of 'Getting Your Edge: How to Right-Size, Your Home Life Podcast', hosts Dennis Day and Judy Gratton explore the Seattle metro area's real estate market. They discuss whether...
Conquering the Fear of the Unkown: A Therapists Guide to Downsizing with Confidence
What happens when the walls that have held your family stories begin to close in? Elizabeth Clark-Stern, a seasoned counselor and therapist, joins us to unpack the life-altering emotions tied to downsizing. Together, we navigate the complexity of ...
From The Big House to Sold: How Estate Liquidators Simplify Downsizing and Home Sales"
Navigating the emotional and logistical maze of downsizing is a daunting process. Discover the secrets to a seamless transition as we chat with Jeff Marks from Seattle Magpies. Jeff walks us through the entire process, from figuring out what to...
Revive and Thrive. Remodel to Sell without Upfront Costs
Can strategic renovations really boost your home's value by 20%? Join us as we chat with Jessica Morrow, the Chief of Staff at Revive, to uncover the game-changing strategies that homeowners can use to transform their financial futures....
Top Five Reasons To Downsize Sooner, Rather Than Later
In this episode, Dennis and his co-host Judy Gratton discuss the top five reasons why starting the downsizing process sooner rather than later is important.This episode discusses the financial and practical benefits of downsizing your h...
A Community of Caring: Retirement Living At Its Best
Ep. 47Imagine seamlessly transitioning into a vibrant retirement community where your physical, mental, and social wellness are all top priorities. Tune in as we chat with Cayce Miller, Sales Manager at Fairwinds Brighton Court in Lynnw...