Senior home sellers take a hit on profits
By: Jonathan Delozier | Published: 2026-01-20 22:22:45 | Source: www.housingwire.com
An 80-year-old seller earns about 0.5% less per year than a 45-year-old. Over an average 11-year holding period, that adds up to sales proceeds that are roughly 5% lower.
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On a $400,000 home, the difference is about $20,000.
The decline begins around age 70 and accelerates thereafter, even after accounting for location, market timing, demographics and property characteristics, the report…
