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Christmas isn’t a good reason not to downsize
Retired empty-nesters are often reluctant to part with the family home, despite the fact that downsizing offers a property that’s easier to run, while releasing equity that can be used for exciting and interesting adventures in later life, or to...more
Old meets new in Cognatum’s most recent retirement estate Howarth Park, Salisbury
At the heart of Salisbury’s old town, a mile east of the cathedral, lies Howarth Park, a development of nineteen houses and apartments, Cognatum’s most recent development for the over 55s. Howarth Park is a striking combination of old and...more
Why market towns are a top pick for retired property buyers
While choosing property for the long term is a consideration at any point, it’s arguably even more vital in retirement when the upheaval of a move potentially becomes more challenging, and when finances are generally less flexible than during working...more
Dog ownership in retirement
During successive Lockdowns, pet ownership rose by nearly 20%, now almost a third of UK households own a dog. Richard Williams of Cognatum says, “Lockdown was an unexpected taste of retirement. What the wider population discovered is what the retired...more
Bungalows are not the only option in later life
Bungalows have historically been a popular choice for those seeking a retirement property as they are suitable for property owners at any age due to their suitability for the less mobile. But bungalows make up less than 7% of the...more