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The four biggest mistakes downsizers make, according to this expert

A financial planner and decluttering expert suggest the best ways to getting started on a big move later in life.

Penny Wise

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Q: Dear Ms Wise, I’m 63 and starting to see many of my friends and neighbourhood connections downsize. A friend told me she struggled to clear her belongings before moving day and took too much furniture to the new place. How far in advance should one plan this, and what are some of the financial aspects to consider? Dee

A: Financial planner Suzanne Haddan, the managing director of BFG Financial Services, says there are four common mistakes made by older Australians downsizing.

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