Downsizing & Senior Real Estate Solutions in San Jose.
Moving after 20, 30, or 40 years is more than a property deal—it's a life transition. Mickelin Burnes provides compassionate, step-by-step guidance for 55+ seniors, adult children, and families navigating retirement communities, backyard ADUs, home accessibility upgrades, and financial options.
Mickelin Burnes
San Jose Real Estate Specialist • DRE #01369062
Tailored Real Estate Services for Seniors & Families
Whether you are downsizing from a family home, looking for 55+ resort-style living, exploring a backyard ADU cottage, or modifying your present home to age safely in place.
55+ Retirement Communities
In-depth expertise in local San Jose gems like The Villages Golf & Country Club, Cypress Fairway, and senior condos. Guiding you through HOA rules, amenities, and lifestyle match.
ADUs & Alternative Housing
Building or moving into a backyard ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) near adult children, co-housing, or joint multi-generational homes in Santa Clara County.
Aging-in-Place & Accessibility
Connecting you with vetted licensed contractors for zero-step thresholds, curbless showers, wider doorways, and home accessibility upgrades to stay safe at home.
HELOCs & Reverse Mortgages
Partnering with trusted, non-pushy financial advisors and mortgage specialists to evaluate reverse mortgages, HELOCs, or Prop 19 tax savings.
Organizers & Decluttering
Downsizing 30-40 years of possessions can feel overwhelming. Mickelin coordinates compassionate estate organizers, liquidation, and packing teams.
Adult Children & Family Guidance
Acts as a neutral, patient partner when adult children help elderly parents transition. Clear communication, video walkthroughs, and family alignment.
Unlocking Equity While Protecting Your California Tax Base
Under California's Prop 19, home owners aged 55+ can transfer their original tax base to a replacement property anywhere in California up to 3 times. Mickelin works directly with tax CPAs and financial planners so you don't lose your tax benefits.
Prop 19 Tax Savings Strategy
Keep your low property tax base when buying a new senior home or condo.
Full Downsizing Vendor Coordination
Estate sales, junk removal, home stagers, and packing specialists tailored for senior comfort.
Empathetic Family Alignment
Patient, zero-pressure guidance keeping adult children and parents informed every step of the way.
San Jose Equity & Downsizing Estimator
See how moving to a right-sized San Jose residence can unlock home equity for retirement security, travel, or medical peace of mind.
*Includes typical Prop 19 tax base transfer considerations for California seniors 55+. Mickelin will partner with your CPA or financial planner to confirm exact tax protection.
The Villages Golf & Country Club 55+
Gated active community with 18-hole golf, pools, tennis, hiking, and 24/7 security.
Finding Your Perfect 55+ Active or Independent Living Match
San Jose and Santa Clara County offer diverse senior living options: from gated golf course communities to single-story maintenance-free condos, co-housing, and full assisted care facilities.
Words From Seniors & Adult Children
"Mickelin made our move from our 45-year Willow Glen family home to a 55+ golf community completely seamless. She brought in organizers who treated our memories with dignity."
Robert & Eleanor M.
Downsized in San Jose
"Living out of state, helping my aging parents in San Jose was scary. Mickelin stepped in as our advocate, helped us evaluate ADU backyard options, and coordinated contractors seamlessly."
David K.
Adult Son, ADU Project
"Her understanding of California Prop 19 saved us thousands in annual taxes! Mickelin isn't just a real estate agent—she is an irreplaceable senior advisor."
Patricia & Harold B.
Prop 19 Home Buyers
Ready to Discuss Your Next Stage of Comfortable Living?
No pressure, no obligation. Mickelin Burnes is here to listen, answer questions about San Jose senior housing, ADUs, or downsizing step-by-step.