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Should You Move Closer to Your Adult Children When You Downsize?

Should You Move Closer to Your Adult Children When You Downsize?

James Brinkman
Published on: 25/05/2026

Should you move closer to your adult children when you downsize? Learn how to weigh family proximity, independence, expectations, home layout, routines, and whether Cedar Park, Round Rock, Northwest Austin, or another area better fits your next chapt

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