Feeling stuck, uncertain, or disconnected from your purpose? In this inspiring conversation, coach and author Kimberly Napier joins Engaging Aging to share how older adults and caregivers can reconnect with themselves, gain clarity, and dare to choose what they truly want next. Through personal stories and practical mindset tools, Kimberly reminds us: you have all the answers—you just need space to listen.

Connect with Kimberly:
Download her free book and explore coaching programs at www.kimberlynapier.com [http://www.kimberlynapier.com/]
Follow her on Instagram @kimberly_napier [https://www.instagram.com/kimberly_napier]

Finding What’s Next with Kimberly Napier

Welcome to Part 4 of our four-part series, How to Sell Your Longtime Home for Top Dollar with Ease. In this heartfelt episode, Lauren Watts focuses on a critical—but often overlooked—element of the home-selling journey: partnership.

Selling your home isn’t just about real estate. It’s about transition, emotion, and letting go of a chapter filled with decades of memories. Lauren explains why this journey shouldn't—and truly can't—be done alone.

You’ll learn:

 * Why trying to go it alone often leads to overwhelm and costly mistakes
 * The trusted professionals you should bring into your circle, from financial advisors to estate planning attorneys to transition specialists
 * How to avoid common pitfalls like selling before knowing where you're going
 * The importance of legal and financial readiness before listing
 * Why your real estate experience should reflect your values, not just market data

✨ Feeling overwhelmed? We've got you.
Watch our complimentary e-webinar for deeper support:
👉 www.dovetailcompanies.com/webinar

📞 Connect with Us
Whether you're just getting started or already in the thick of planning, we're here to help.
🌐 Visit www.dovetailcompanies.com [https://www.dovetailcompanies.com/]
📧 Email info@dovetailcompanies.com
📱 Call 617-227-1600

At Dovetail, we believe real estate is personal. Let’s do this with heart.

The Power of Partnership – Step 4 of Selling Your Longtime Home

Welcome to Part 3 of our four-part series, How to Sell Your Longtime Home for Top Dollar with Ease. In this episode, Lauren Watts takes you behind the scenes of one of the most important (and often misunderstood) steps in the home selling process: pricing.

Pricing your home isn’t about picking a number and crossing your fingers—it’s a strategic decision that can make or break your sale. Lauren walks you through the four key factors that influence your home’s value:

 1. Condition – What buyers see (and don’t) affects what they’ll pay
 2. Local Market Data – Why your zip code matters more than national headlines
 3. Current Economic Conditions – How interest rates, job markets, and the economy play a role
 4. Marketing Strategy – From staging to photography to timing, how you market matters

Whether your home is turnkey or needs some love, this episode gives you the insider knowledge to price with confidence, attract serious buyers, and retain negotiating power throughout the process.

✨ Want to go deeper?
Watch our free e-webinar:
👉 www.dovetailcompanies.com/webinar

📞 Let’s Talk!
We're here to help guide you every step of the way. Visit www.dovetailcompanies.com [https://www.dovetailcompanies.com/], email info@dovetailcompanies.com, or call us at 617-227-1600.

We’ll even connect you with one of our trusted, Dovetail-approved agents nationwide if you’re outside our service area.

Pricing With Purpose – Step 3 of Selling Your Longtime Home

Welcome to Part 2 of our four-part series, How to Sell Your Longtime Home for Top Dollar with Ease. In this solo episode, Erin dives deep into the importance of preparation—and why this crucial step can make or break your sale.

From first impressions to strategic updates, Erin shares how even small investments in preparing your home can result in significantly higher offers, smoother showings, and a better overall experience for everyone involved. Whether you have a move-in ready gem or a legacy fixer, this episode will help you see your home through a buyer's eyes—and make empowered, profitable decisions.

🏠 Erin also walks you through four common home types:

 * Move-In Ready Gem
 * Well-Loved Haven
 * Time-Worn Treasure
 * Legacy Fixer

You’ll learn which updates matter most, how to protect your equity, and how Dovetail’s proven method ensures your interests stay at the center of every decision.

✨ Want to go deeper?
Watch our free e-webinar:
👉 www.dovetailcompanies.com/webinar

📞 Need support from a team that gets it?
Visit www.dovetailcompanies.com [https://www.dovetailcompanies.com/], email info@dovetailcompanies.com, or call us at 617-227-1600.
We’re here to help you navigate this next chapter with clarity, compassion, and confidence.

Preparation is Power – Step 2 of Selling Your Longtime Home

Welcome to Part 1 of our 4-part series, How to Sell Your Longtime Home for Top Dollar with Ease. In this episode, Erin kicks things off by guiding you through the most important (and often most overlooked) step of the entire process: planning.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, unsure where to start, or wondering how to make such a major life transition smoother, this episode is for you. Erin breaks down the key elements of a thoughtful and effective plan—including how to determine where you're going, how to prepare legally and financially, and how to create a timeline that works for you, not just the real estate market.

✅ You’ll learn:

 * How to clarify where you're going before anything else
 * What documents and professionals you need in place
 * How to tap into your home’s equity (with options like HELOCs, HECMs, bridge loans, and more)
 * Why creating multiple versions of your plan (Plan A, B, and C!) can give you confidence and peace of mind
 * How to avoid the costly mistakes that come from rushing into a move without a clear roadmap

✨ Ready to go deeper?
Watch the full How to Sell Your Longtime Home for Top Dollar With Ease e-webinar here:
👉 www.dovetailcompanies.com/webinar

📞 Need personalized support?
We’re here to help. Visit www.dovetailcompanies.com [https://www.dovetailcompanies.com/], call us at 617-227-1600, or email info@dovetailcompanies.com to connect with our compassionate and experienced team. You don’t have to go through this alone.

 Planning With Ease – Step 1 of Selling Your Longtime Home

In this insightful episode, Erin welcomes Dr. Joshua Kaplan, Doctor of Physical Therapy and Founder of Enphysion Health, to discuss how simple, consistent movement can completely transform the aging experience. Together, they explore why muscle is the true organ of longevity, how neuroplasticity can improve with age, and what it really takes to stay strong—physically and cognitively—well into your later years.

Dr. Kaplan shares his personal journey from sports medicine to skilled nursing, and how that experience led to the creation of Enphysion—a virtual, personalized movement program designed for older adults who want to feel confident, stable, and strong at home. Whether you’re an older adult, a caregiver, or simply someone who wants to age well, this episode offers practical tips, inspiring stories, and a refreshing mindset shift.

📞 Want to connect with Dr. Kaplan or try Enphysion Health?
Visit www.enphysion.com [https://enphysion.com/] to book a free consultation and explore a better way to stay active, mobile, and independent—on your own terms.

✨ Looking for more heart-centered support as you navigate aging or help a loved one plan their next chapter?
Visit www.dovetailcompanies.com [https://www.dovetailcompanies.com/] to learn how our expert team helps older adults and families simplify transitions with compassion, clarity, and ease.

Understanding Movement & Aging with Dr. Joshua Kaplan

Tune into a crucial episode of the Engaging Aging podcast, hosted by Lauren Watts. This session features financial experts Tom Alessi and Craig Richardson from the Aries Foundation, offering their insights into financial planning and preparing for the future. Aimed specifically at older adults, this discussion covers essential topics such as retirement planning, estate management, and securing financial health. Join us as Tom and Craig provide valuable advice and strategies to help you navigate the complexities of your financial journey, ensuring a secure and thriving future.

https://www.ariesfoundation.org/

Planning for Your Future: Financial Insights with Tom Alessi and Craig Richardson

In this eye-opening podcast, we dive into a crucial yet often overlooked topic: pelvic floor health. Join us as we break down the myths, misunderstandings, and stigmas that have kept this essential conversation in the shadows for far too long. From understanding what the pelvic floor is and why it's so important for both men and women to addressing common issues like incontinence, pain, and prolapse, we aim to shed light on how maintaining pelvic floor health can enhance your overall well-being.

Our expert guest, Miranda Duffany of Fitzgerald Physical Therapy Associates will provide actionable advice and empower you to prioritize your pelvic health. Together, we'll discuss the social stigmas that prevent open conversations, explore how these misconceptions impact daily life, and offer ways to embrace a proactive and informed approach to pelvic care.

It's time to break the silence and start talking about pelvic floor health, removing the shame and misinformation that often surround it. Whether you're experiencing symptoms or simply curious to learn more, this podcast will give you the tools and knowledge to take charge of your health with confidence.

Pelvic Floor Health & Therapy

For many older adults, their wealth and largest investment is their  long-time home. Erin DiCarlo welcomes Elder Law and Estate Planning Attorney, Zach Smolkin, along with Matt Lazowski, Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) specialist at Fairway Mortgage to demystify reverse mortgages. Join the conversation as Erin, Zach, and Matt look at the traditional reverse mortgage product, a HECM to purchase, and how a HECM can truly help older adults  access the equity in their home and allow for some significant estate planning to be done, ensuring their needs are being met later in life. 



The Almighty Dollar: Tapping into the Equity in Your Home!

Join Lauren Watts and Joe Scott, Director of Move Management,  at Dovetail Companies as they welcome Kirk Woodring to the podcast. Kirk is the Director of Behavioral Integration with AgeSpan, the Elder Services of Merrimack Valley and North Shore in Massachusetts. Kirk speaks out on suicide amongst older adults, aging, and its impact on LGBTQIA+ community. There are many factors that contribute to death by suicide among older adults, including: isolation, depression, loneliness, profound loss, and lack of family/supportive communities. 

Help us raise awareness and start the conversation.





Death by Suicide and the aging LGBTQIA+ Community

Engaging Aging: As age-well advocates, Erin DiCarlo and Lauren Watts shed light on topics that help older adults live their best lives. From highlighting their client’s real-life stories to sharing wisdom from many years working in the senior living industry. Join Erin and Lauren as they demystify the realities of aging and showcase the silver linings that occur later in life.