Renting Again at Sixty

After decades in a family home, the thought of renting at sixty can feel like a step backward. But for a growing number of women and men, it becomes a deliberate step forward into a life that fits who they are now. Renting Again at Sixty walks you through every phase of this transition: from the emotional weight of leaving a shared address, through the practical realities of credit checks and lease negotiations, to the quiet satisfaction of making a one-bedroom flat feel like yours. You'll learn how to choose a neighbourhood that supports your new routines, how to build a rental budget that leaves room for joy, and how to communicate with adult children who may worry about your choices. With clear timelines, realistic checklists, and honest advice about the loneliness that can surface in a new place, this book treats renting not as a retreat but as a skill you can master. It’s a companion for the months of change ahead. Part of The Later-Life Divorce Library.

About the author

Constance Glenbrook Ferndale writes for The Later-Life Divorce Library.