A garden pergola with comfortable seating and warm string lights

Steve Boynton

RIGHT-SIZE YOUR HOME

Less house.More of the life you want.

Single-level living, less yard work, and room for the grandkids to visit. Plan the sale of your current home and the search for your next one together, at a pace that feels right.

Utah real estate. People first.

  • Relationships before transactions.
  • Your goals set the direction.
  • Utah real estate.
  • CENTURY 21 Everest.

IN YOUR CORNER

A patient plan for a big decision.

Steve BoyntonGet to know your agent

Leaving a long-time family home is about more than square footage. Steve helps you sort out timing, pricing, and what to do with a lifetime of belongings and finds the right fit, whether that’s a patio home, townhome, condo, or active-adult community.

  • Coordinate the sale and the purchase so you only move once.
  • Find single-level homes with the features you want.
  • Connect you with trusted movers, organizers, and contractors.

A PLAN YOU CAN FOLLOW

From the first question
to the next right step.

Start where you are. Work through the decisions together.

  1. 01

    Picture the next home.

    Single-level living, a small yard, HOA-maintained landscaping, proximity to family, or a community with amenities, start with your priorities.

  2. 02

    Understand your equity.

    Review what your current home could sell for and what you’d net, so you can plan the next purchase with confidence.

  3. 03

    Prepare without overwhelm.

    Focus on the few improvements that matter for buyers, and plan the sorting and moving in manageable steps.

  4. 04

    Sequence the move.

    Line up closing dates, possession, or a rent-back so you can move straight into your new home.

LOOK A LITTLE CLOSER

Questions worth asking.

Downsizing goes smoother when these details are settled early.

HOA coverage

Know exactly what dues cover (landscaping, snow removal, roofs, exteriors) and how fees have changed over time.

Age restrictions

Some communities are age-qualified. Review the rules on residents, guests, and resale.

Accessibility

Main-floor living, step-free entries, wide hallways, and walk-in showers can make a home work for years to come.

Tax and estate questions

Talk with a tax professional or estate attorney about your situation before you sell.

GOOD QUESTIONS

A little clarity
goes a long way.

Have a different question? Ask Steve.

Should I buy first or sell first?

It depends on your equity, financing, and comfort with carrying two homes. Steve can walk you through options like contingent offers or a rent-back after closing.

Are there 55+ communities near Salt Lake City?

Yes, along with many patio-home and townhome neighborhoods without age restrictions. Steve can help you compare them.

RIGHT-SIZE YOUR HOME

Your next step.
A conversation with Steve.

Tell Steve about your current home and what you’d love in your next one.

Talk with Steve BoyntonStart with what’s on your mind.

Let’s plan your next chapter.

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