A recent Seattle Times article shines a light on a growing challenge facing many homeowners across the Seattle area — especially those with larger homes.
For homeowners like Brenda Beeson, who once filled her home with family and life, the house now feels too big, too expensive, and too hard to manage. Yet, the rising cost of smaller homes, high interest rates, and limited inventory have made “downsizing” feel out of reach.
Many are finding themselves stuck — unable to comfortably stay, but unable to afford to leave.
The Reality: Downsizing Isn’t Always Affordable
– Smaller homes and condos have risen in price faster than larger ones.
– Even homeowners who own their homes outright often struggle to find affordable alternatives.
– Fixed incomes, disability, or retirement can make qualifying for a new mortgage difficult.
– The emotional and financial weight of managing unused space adds stress — not freedom.
This growing “stuck homeowner” problem is part of a bigger housing challenge in our region. But what if your home could be more than just a place you live — what if it could work for you?
Your Home Is an Opportunity Waiting to Be Unlocked
At reSpace, we believe your home is more than just where you live — it’s an opportunity waiting to be unlocked.
Many homeowners don’t realize they already have flexible options that allow them to:
– Generate income from unused space
– Maintain ownership and stay rooted in their community
– Reimagine how their property works for them
– Unlock equity without giving up control
Whether you’re looking to offset maintenance costs, create passive income, or reconfigure your property for modern living, reSpace helps homeowners explore creative pathways to financial flexibility and housing freedom.
You don’t have to feel stuck — and you don’t have to do it alone.
Discover What’s Possible
If you’re wondering what options are available to you — from shared co-homeownership to creative property solutions — we’d love to show you what’s possible.
👉 Learn more about how reSpace helps homeowners unlock opportunity
