As a Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®), I'm dedicated to helping seniors and their families navigate one of life's biggest transitions, selling or downsizing a home. Moving can feel overwhelming, but with the right support, it doesn't have to be. My role is to guide you every step of the way, from preparing your home for sale to coordinating with trusted professionals, always with your goals and comfort in mind.
With over 11 years of experience, 240+ transactions, and a reputation for clear communication and compassionate service, I specialize in making downsizing and later-in-life moves smooth and stress-free for Hendricks County homeowners in Plainfield, Avon, Brownsburg, Danville, Mooresville, and the west side of Indianapolis.
I also hold the Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA) certification, which means your home will be priced accurately based on current market data, protecting your equity at every step of the transition.
What is an SRES®?
A Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®) is uniquely trained to serve the 50+ market in housing sales and purchases. This designation is awarded only to agents who complete advanced education on guiding seniors and their families through later-in-life real estate decisions.
An SRES® Realtor brings together expertise in:
✓Housing options for every stage of life, from aging-in-place to assisted living.
✓Financial and legal considerations unique to senior homeowners.
✓Emotional and family dynamics that often accompany a sale.
As an SRES®, I also work with a network of specialists, including estate planners, CPAs, eldercare lawyers, and senior-focused service providers. My mission is to help seniors and their families navigate the financial, legal, and emotional decisions that come with selling, downsizing, or relocating.
What makes an SRES® different?
✓Knowledge, experience, and compassion in working with senior homeowners.
✓Commitment to putting your best interests first, with no-pressure guidance.
✓Options beyond selling, including resources that may help you stay in your home longer if that's your goal.
✓A patient, service-oriented approach. I'll take the time you need to feel comfortable.
✓Understanding of the emotional side of selling a longtime home and how to minimize stress.
✓The ability to work with all generations, seniors, adult children, and caretakers.
✓Knowledge of local senior housing options in Hendricks County and Indianapolis.
✓A network of senior-focused professionals to assist with tax counseling, estate planning, and move coordination.
I'm proud to bring these qualities to every client relationship as your Seniors Real Estate Specialist®.
What this looks like in real life
When a family on the East Coast needed help moving their mother in Hendricks County, I became their eyes and ears on the ground, coordinating every detail, keeping the whole family informed throughout the process, and making sure their mother's wishes guided every decision, not the distance.
When a couple needed to leave their large country home due to health reasons and move to a patio home, I handled the transition at their pace, helping them evaluate options, prepare the home for sale, and make the move without added stress during an already difficult time.
When one of my clients passed away mid-transaction, I stepped in to carry the process forward for her family, handling the details they didn't have the emotional strength to manage, honoring her wishes, and making sure nothing fell through the cracks.
When a family needed to sell their mother's home while she was already in assisted living, I coordinated the entire process on their behalf, connecting them with vendors for donation pickup, hauling, and repairs, and managing the logistics so they could focus on their mother rather than the transaction.
When a client in his 90s received a cancer diagnosis, I helped him sell his condo and move into a nursing home, moving quickly when he needed speed, and staying steady when he needed calm.
Downsizing with confidence
Downsizing isn't just about selling a house, it's about starting a new chapter. Whether you're looking at maintenance-free living in a 55+ community, relocating to be closer to family, or simply reducing the upkeep of your home, I'll guide you with honesty, patience, and practical advice.
Having relocated five times myself due to my husband's career, I understand the challenges of packing up and moving. That personal experience, combined with my professional systems and processes, allows me to make transitions smoother for my clients and their families.
Helpful resources
✓Age In Place: useful information, insights, resources, and inspiration to help you (or a loved one) stay in the home of choice.
✓The Senior List: information and products that make life easier.
✓National Council on Aging: works to improve the lives of millions of older adults, especially those who are struggling.
✓Administration for Community Living: supports all people, regardless of age and disability, to live with dignity and make their own choices.
✓Assisted Living in Indiana: a Caring.com resource to help you start the search for an assisted living facility in Indiana.
Frequently asked questions: downsizing for seniors in Hendricks County
Do I need an SRES® agent to downsize, or can any REALTOR® help?
Any licensed REALTOR® can assist with a home sale, but an SRES®-designated agent has completed specific training focused on the financial, emotional, and logistical challenges unique to clients 50 and older. For moves involving health transitions, estate situations, assisted living coordination, or family dynamics across multiple generations, that specialized training makes a meaningful difference.
What does a Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA) certification mean for my home sale?
The PSA certification means René has advanced training in home valuation and pricing methodology. For downsizing clients, this matters because pricing a longtime home accurately, without leaving equity on the table, is one of the most important financial decisions in the entire process.
How do you handle a move when family members live out of state?
Long-distance family coordination is common in senior moves. René communicates consistently with all decision-makers, whether they're local or across the country, while always keeping the homeowner's wishes and timeline at the center of every decision.
Can you help if the homeowner is already in assisted living or memory care?
Yes. René has worked with multiple families selling a parent's home after they've transitioned to assisted living or memory care. She coordinates with the family, manages vendor relationships, and handles logistics so the family can focus on their loved one rather than the transaction.
How do you help with belongings and personal items in a longtime home?
René connects clients with trusted local vendors for packing, hauling, donation coordination, and estate organization. She helps identify what's worth addressing before listing and what can wait, keeping the focus on what actually moves the needle on price and timeline.
What if I'm not ready to move yet, can you still help me plan?
Absolutely. Many clients benefit from a no-pressure planning conversation months or even years before they're ready to list. René helps you understand your options, think through timing, and identify steps you can take now so the process feels manageable when the time comes.
What senior housing options are available in Hendricks County?
Options in Plainfield, Avon, Brownsburg, and Danville include patio home communities, 55+ active adult communities, ranch-style single-family homes, and condominiums. The right choice depends on lifestyle, budget, HOA preferences, and accessibility needs. René helps clients compare options before making any decisions.
How do you work with adult children who are helping a parent move?
René treats every family member as part of the team while keeping the homeowner at the center of all decisions. She communicates clearly with adult children, including those living out of state, and helps navigate family dynamics with patience and respect for everyone involved.
Contact René Hauck, SRES®
I'd be honored to help you or your loved one with a downsizing move in Plainfield, Avon, Brownsburg, Danville, Mooresville, or anywhere in Hendricks County and west Indianapolis. A confidential, no-pressure conversation about your goals is the best place to start.
