Not just a REALTOR® — your full downsizing team.

Helping families in the Bay of Quinte and surrounding areas sell, simplify, and move forward with less stress.

20 hours complimentary assistance

Dump trailer (tipping fees and labour extra)

Project management for trades

Staging & marketing included

Downsizing can feel overwhelming. Decades of belongings, emotional decisions, repairs, timelines, family logistics, and the pressure of selling a home—all at once.

That’s where we come in.

At Downsizing in Bay of Quinte, we provide a complete, hands-on service designed to make the process easier, smoother, and far less stressful. We don’t just list homes—we help families through the entire transition.most: your next chapter.

Anette Targowski, REALTOR® | Senior Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®)

Anette specializes in helping seniors, families, executors, and adult children navigate major life transitions. With a background in Interior Design and accredited training as a Senior Real Estate Specialist®, she helps clients price, prepare, market, and sell strategically—while making the process feel manageable.

Mark Targowski

Mark is the backbone behind the scenes. With 25+ years of construction and renovation experience, he helps oversee repairs, improvements, project coordination, and trusted crews to ensure homes are market-ready.

Together, they offer a rare combination of strategy, hands-on support, and genuine care.

Meet the Team

Why Families Choose Us

We go beyond photos and paperwork. We orchestrate the entire transition so you get market-ready faster and with less stress.

Downsizing Expertise
Seniors and families choose us because we understand both the emotional and logistical sides of moving on. Gentle guidance meets firm execution.

Construction & Prep In-House
Mark brings 25+ years of hands-on construction experience. We coordinate crews, handle fixes, and stage to spotlight your home’s best features.

Marketing That Launches
Cinematic video, targeted social ads, dedicated property pages, open-house events, and relentless follow-up—so your listing stands out.

Not Just a REALTOR® — A Full Downsizing Team

Most agents tell you to “declutter.”

We help you do it.

With hands-on support, coordination of services, and guidance every step of the way, you’re never left figuring it out alone.

What It’s Like to Work With Us

Step 1: Friendly, No-Pressure Consultation

We listen, understand your goals, and create a plan tailored to your timeline.

Step 2: Prepare the Home Strategically

We help organize, coordinate improvements, and get the property ready to shine.

Step 3: Launch With Maximum Impact

Professional marketing, pricing strategy, buyer exposure, and expert negotiation.

Step 4: Support Through Closing & Beyond

From accepted offer to moving day, we stay involved and help guide the process.

This Is How We Get You Sold — Properly

Step 1: We Don’t Rush — We Prepare

Decluttering, organizing, light updates, cleaning — we make sure your home shows its absolute best.

Step 2: We Position — Not Just Price

We study the market, the buyers, and how your home should be seen.

Step 3: We Create Demand

Professional photos, video, targeted marketing, agent outreach, and strategic exposure.

Step 4: We Launch With Momentum

Open houses, follow-ups, and a structured rollout designed to attract serious buyers quickly.

Step 5: We Negotiate With Strategy

Not just offers — the right terms, the right conditions, the right outcome

Here’s what happens when you don’t just list a home — you launch it.

Not every home gets 4 offers.

But when the right strategy meets the right execution… that’s exactly what can happen.

See how we created momentum from day one.

This is what happens when strategy, creativity, and execution come together.

We don’t just list homes—we create momentum, build demand, and position your property to stand out where it matters most.

The results speak for themselves.

From Discouraged to Delighted:
Finding the Perfect Home

He came to me planning to rent a small apartment…
but quickly realized the options felt limiting.

So we explored something different.

A bungalow. A retirement community. Right on the bay.

Now he has ownership, outdoor space, and peace of mind —
and couldn’t be happier.

We’ve helped clients move from uncertainty to confident decisions — whether that meant generating multiple offers, or finding a completely different path that better suited their life.

Thinking About Downsizing or Selling?

Let’s create a plan that works for you. No pressure. No confusion. Just honest guidance and real support.

Your Stress-Free Kickstart

Thinking about downsizing but not sure where to start? My Ultimate Downsizing Checklist walks you step-by-step through the process — from what to keep, donate, or sell, to preparing your home for today’s market. It’s the same guide I share with my clients to help them save time, reduce stress, and make confident decisions.

👉 Download your free copy below and take the first step toward a smoother, stress-free move.

What We Do Before We List

This is where the magic (and elbow grease) happens. We arrive with a plan, a trailer, and a calm head.

Declutter & Deep Clean

Includes 20 hours of complimentary assistance. Dump trailer provided; tipping fees and loading labour extra.

Room-by-Room Plan

We map must-do vs. nice-to-do tasks and create a realistic timeline.

Mark’s team handles fixes, paint touch-ups, curb appeal, and safety items.

Clear, accurate visuals that help buyers imagine life in your home.

We stage to maximize light, space, and flow.

Furniture Placement & Staging
Pro Photos, Floor Plans & Tour
Launch: Video + Ads + Follow-Up
Light Repairs & Spruce-Ups
  • Typical timeline

10–21 days depending on scope and vendors

  • Cost-Smart

We prioritize high-ROI tasks and leverage our network to control costs

We run targeted campaigns and personally invite the right buyers and agents.

Ready When You Are

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705-957-4177

No pressure. Let’s walk through options and timing that fit your goals.

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