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Mountford left an assisted-living facility after fees climbed to about $6,850 a month and bought a cash-paid, two-bedroom home nearby.
The home purchase, priced at $580,000, was paid in cash after price negotiations in a senior living development.
Mountford reports lower ongoing costs for her new living arrangement, including minimal driving and lower utility bills.
She emphasizes independence and quiet time, using a caretaker only for limited hours and relying on her own routine.
Mountford faces ongoing health concerns, including COPD, asthma, high blood pressure, and potential dialysis in the future.
She plans to adapt the home for aging in place as her needs evolve, avoiding the escalating costs of care facilities.
The interview underscores the broader discussion about long-term care costs in the US and potential alternatives.
Mountford chose a residence within a senior living development that offered safety features and single-level living.
Her monthly expenses include a roof replacement estimate of $17,000 and a low driving footprint.
Mountford's story illustrates a shift toward personal ownership as a strategy for aging in place.

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A 74-year-old in Bellingham left an expensive assisted living facility after monthly costs climbed to about $6,850.
She paid cash for a 1,350-square-foot home to gain independence and avoid further rising fees.
The new arrangement includes a caregiver for about six hours weekly, with lower ongoing maintenance costs.
The retiree cites a desire for quieter living with independence, Pfloting family support, and access to a single-level home with safety features.
The move reflects a broader trend of retirees seeking to de-risk costs by purchasing homes instead of continuing expensive care facilities.
The homeowner plans to adjust caregiver hours as needed and expects ongoing maintenance as part of home ownership.
The interview is part of Business Insider's coverage on aging, retirement planning, and long-term care implications.
The story details the financial transition from high-cost care to outright home ownership as an alternative.
The piece includes context about the rising cost of long-term care and how some residents shift to home ownership.

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