Questions & answers
The questions families ask us most
If you don’t see your question here, just ask. A real person is always happy to talk it through.
Is Downsizing VA a moving company?
We are more than movers. Downsizing VA is part of the Smooth Transitions family, and we coordinate the whole transition: senior move management, estate and downsizing sales, and the real estate side with Addison Moulds, our Seniors Real Estate Specialist. One caring team, from the first conversation to the last box.
When should we start downsizing?
As early as you can. Six to twelve months of lead time gives you the most choices and the least stress, but a shorter timeline is workable with the right help. There is no wrong time to simply start the conversation.
How long does a senior move take?
It depends on the home and the plan, but most moves run several weeks from the first sort to settled-in. Planning ahead shortens the stressful part, and a real person stays with you the whole way.
Do we have to sell the home first?
Not necessarily. Whether you sell first, buy first, or move in stages depends on your finances and the market. Addison, our Seniors Real Estate Specialist, helps you choose the order that fits your situation.
What is a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES)?
An SRES is a Realtor with specialized training in the financial, emotional, and practical sides of a senior move. Addison Moulds is our SRES, and he guides the home sale so it lines up with the rest of the move.
What does it cost?
It varies with the size of the move and the services you need. We will walk you through it plainly, with no pressure and no obligation.
What happens to the things we do not keep?
You have options: pass them to family, sell them through a professionally managed estate sale, or donate them. We handle all of it, and we treat every item with care.
What areas do you serve?
Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Stafford, and the greater Fredericksburg region.
How do we get started?
Start with a free, no-pressure conversation. Tell us where you are, and we will point you to the right next step.
Still have a question on your mind? We would rather talk it through than leave you guessing.

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