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Make your home age-friendly with these
appealing updates. BY PATRICIA MERTZ ESSWEINYour kids are successfully launched and, suddenly, you seem to have more
disposable income. This could be a good time to tackle the remodeling projects
you’ve been putting off. And while you’re updating your house for style, consider
adapting it so you can age in place comfortably. // Studies show that most
homeowners age 50 and older say they want to remain in their house as they
age, but most U.S. homes weren’t built to accommodate older people’s specialFOR LIFE
REMODELING
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