For many households in the DMV, home equity is the largest asset. Converting it—by selling and right-sizing—can fund travel, adult-education classes, a pied-à-terre near grandkids, or a future care plan without over-tapping retirement accounts. Recent coverage shows why: taxes, insurance, and repair costs keep climbing, and older owners are asking whether their dollars work harder inside the house—or outside it. The Wall Street Journal

Practically, that might mean selling a Chevy Chase DC colonial and moving to an elevator building in Bethesda, or renting near Metro for a year while you test daily routines. If you’re considering a community that adapts with you, The Woodlands in Fairfax provides independent living now with services that grow later; The Fairfax offers a 60-acre campus with trails, lake views, and recognized care levels. thewoodlandsccrc.comSunrise Senior Living

Remember: equity isn’t just a balance sheet number—it’s stored opportunity. When converted thoughtfully, it buys you time, care options, and room to breathe.

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