THE JOURNAL

Field notes from fifty years of opening doors.

Slow essays on buying, selling, and settling into Southern Arizona — written between showings, signings, and long drives down Continental Road.

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The first ten days on market
A buyer's quiet checklist
Green Valley vs. Sahuarita
On editorial photography

The Biggest Downsizing Mistake Is Waiting Too Long to Begin

Martha Viera Parsons

Published on: 04/08/2026

The most difficult part of downsizing is often not deciding where to move. It is finding the time and confidence to begin. Starting early, working one space at a time, and focusing on your future lifestyle can make the transition much less stressful.

Martha Viera Parsons

Associate Broker · Realtor

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