Home After 50™

Juli Ford
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Home After 50™ is a podcast about redefining what it means to come home - to your space, your purpose, and yourself - in your next chapter of life. Hosted by real estate expert, wellness coach, and multigenerational living advocate Juli Ford, this show is for women 50 and up who are anything but “winding down.” Whether you’re caring for aging parents, welcoming adult kids back home, starting a business, or simply dreaming about what’s next - this podcast is your weekly permission slip to do it all with style, soul, and strategy. You’ll hear honest conversations and practical insights on: *Multigenerational living- from the personal to the practical *How to design a home that actually works for you now *Talking to your family about big transitions *Creative ways to fund your next home (or next chapter) *Reinventing your life, business, or sense of purpose after 50 *Building a new kind of wealth - emotional, relational, and generational Each episode blends storytelling with real-life strategy to help you navigate this season with confidence. Juli shares her own journey of living in a three-generation household, transitioning into a soul-aligned business, and helping other women find more freedom, connection, and beauty in their homes - and in their lives. This isn’t about downsizing your dreams. It’s about designing your expansion. If you’re: *Over 50 and feeling the pull to do things differently *Craving a more intentional way of living, working, and aging *Curious about multigenerational living or buying/selling a home for what’s next *A woman real estate agent or other entrepreneur reinventing your own business after 50 …you’ll feel right at home here. New episodes drop weekly. Make sure to follow and subscribe so you never miss an episode and follow host Juli Ford on Instagram at @itsjuliford where you can download your free Multi-Generational Living Guide to get inspired.

  1. 5D AGO

    Put on Whatever Pants Fit

    Juli just returned from speaking at Rise Retreat in Scottsdale, Arizona and she cannot stop thinking about what happened in that room. This episode is her reflection on what it means to step into your leadership, your authority, and your full self at this stage of life. Whether you are navigating multi-generational living, rebuilding your business after your kids leave home, or just trying to get out of your own way, this one is for you. WHAT JULI COVERS IN THIS EPISODE Last year at Rise Retreat, Juli felt completely out of place. She barely knew anyone. She was at a crossroads in her business and honestly questioning whether she belonged there at all. This year she returned as a speaker to a room of over 300 women and everything was different. Not because she had changed on the outside, but because she stopped waiting until she felt ready and just showed up anyway. She shares the moment from her talk that she did not plan, the one about putting on whatever pants fit and getting out there and doing your life. And she shares why the response from women in that room, many of them with tears in their eyes, stayed with her. Because this is not just about real estate conferences. This is about every woman over 50 who is holding herself back because she does not feel like enough. Not thin enough, not young enough, not polished enough. And Juli talks about the real cost of that, not just for us, but for the people we are meant to serve and the lives we are meant to live. Here is what she knows to be true. Your experience and your authenticity at this stage of life are your superpower. The wisdom you carry, the decades behind you, the way you hold your family together in the sandwich generation, the way you show up in your home, your business, your community. That is leadership. And it is time to own it. WHO THIS EPISODE IS FOR Women in their 50s, 60s, and 70s navigating major life transitions Women in the sandwich generation caring for aging parents while still raising or launching their own children Women exploring or living in multi-generational households Women rebuilding or relaunching a business in this chapter Anyone who has ever let how they look or how they feel about how they look keep them from showing up fully RESOURCES AND LINKS Juli Ford website: juliford.com Multi-Gen Living Free Guide: juliford.com/multi-gen Follow Juli on Instagram: @itsjuliford KEEP THE CONVERSATION GOING If this episode landed for you, share it with a woman in your life who is ready to step into her own leadership. And come back next week.

    13 min

  2. APR 2

    Give People the Version of You They Deserve with Kim Buckner, Part Two

    In this episode, Juli Ford and Kim Buckner pick up right where they left off - and this time, they get practical. Kim has coached women in business for more than a decade. And in Part Two, she gets into the one thing she sees holding women back almost every single time. Not skills. Not market conditions. Not experience. She names it in the first few minutes - and a lot of women are going to feel seen when she does. Together, Juli and Kim explore what it actually looks like to stop overgiving, stop overcompensating, and start showing up as the fullest version of yourself - for the people and things that actually deserve her. This conversation covers: The single biggest thing holding women back in their businesses - and why it has to be reprogrammed multiple times a dayWhy being over 50 is actually the advantage - and what it means to finally stop caring about opinions that have no bearing on your lifeWhat Kim says to a coaching client who is afraid to take a risk or start overThe exact words to use when someone underestimates you Why boundaries are not just good for you - they are good for everyone around youKim's life mantra: reciprocity is king - what it means and why it changes everythingThe one thing Kim would tell any woman who is depleted, overextended, or rebuilding herself right now Missed Part One? Go listen to that first and then come back here! Resources Mentioned The Ladder Collective with Kim Buckner - Social Media Mastery for realtors and entrepreneurs Starts April 20th → stan.store/kimbuckner/p/the-ladder-collective-social-media-mastery Connect with Kim https://www.kimbucknerrealtor.com/ Follow Kim on Instagram: @kimbucknerrealtor Resources from Juli Free Multi-Gen Living Guide and The Multi-Gen Family Toolkit → https://juliford.com/multi-gen Real estate agents - join Juli’s agent newsletter here → juliford.myflodesk.com/agent-updates Follow Juli on Instagram: @itsjuliford  Connect with Juli: https://juliford.com/

    28 min

  3. MAR 26

    You Are Not Here to Make Everyone Comfortable | Boundaries and Self-Worth with Kim Buckner, Part One

    In this episode, Juli Ford sits down with her friend and fellow real estate entrepreneur, Kim Buckner, for a conversation that starts warm and gets real fast. Kim is a 17-year real estate veteran, former Team Leader and CEO of one of the largest brokerages in the US, and founder of a private coaching company for realtors and entrepreneurs. She has spent more than a decade coaching women in business - and for the last several years, exclusively women. She knows exactly where we get stuck. Together, Juli and Kim explore what it actually looks like to stop apologizing for taking up space - in your business, in your family, and in your own life. This conversation covers: Why saying no feels like admitting weakness - and where that belief comes fromThe seven-day no-apology assignment Kim gives her coaching clientsThe "default daughter" - why one person in every family ends up carrying it allKim's story of her daughter Morgan at age three and what it taught her about whose comfort we are actually responsible forRaising daughters differently - and what it feels like to watch young women move through the world with a confidence we had to build the hard wayWhat reinvention looks like when it starts from the inside This is Part One of a two-part conversation. Part Two drops soon. Resources Mentioned The Ladder Collective with Kim Buckner — Social Media Mastery for realtors and entrepreneurs Starts April 20th → stan.store/kimbuckner/p/the-ladder-collective-social-media-mastery Connect with Kim https://www.kimbucknerrealtor.com/ Follow Kim on Instagram: @kimbucknerrealtor Resources from Juli Free Multi-Gen Living Guide and The Multi-Gen Family Toolkit → https://juliford.com/multi-gen Follow Juli on Instagram: @itsjuliford  Connect with Juli: https://juliford.com/

    30 min

  4. MAR 18

    The Multi-Generational Tipping Point: Why 2026 Is the Year Everything Changes

    For years, the desire has been there. Families wondering if there was a better way to care for aging parents, support adult children, and design a home life that actually worked for everyone. The demand was real, but the barriers, the financing, the zoning, the cultural conversation, kept getting in the way. That is changing. And this year, it is changing fast. In this episode, Juli shares the data and the personal story behind why she believes 2026 is the threshold year for multi-generational living. This is not a trend. It is a movement. And if your family has been wondering whether it could work for you, this episode is the one to share. What we cover in this episode: The first baby boomers are turning 80 this year, and the senior housing system is not ready. Juli breaks down what that means for families and why the traditional model is misaligned with what today's older adults actually want. Why the ADU market is growing at 18.6% annually and what that number means for families thinking about adding a backyard bungalow, a basement apartment, or an attached addition. Brand new financing just announced in Massachusetts: MassHousing has launched a second mortgage product of up to $250,000 for a detached ADU and up to $150,000 for an attached ADU, designed specifically for low and moderate income homeowners who may not have significant equity. The values shift driving all of this. Today's 80-year-old may not want what senior housing has traditionally offered. She wants independence. She wants family proximity. She wants a life designed for who she actually is. Why the women in the sandwich generation are the ones leading this transformation and how Juli thinks about carrying that leadership role without carrying all of the weight. What Juli has learned in nearly 11 years of living in a multi-generational home and why this conversation went from a personal solution to a national media story in just one year. Resources mentioned in this episode: Free Multi-Generational Living Guide: download at juliford.com/multi-gen The MultiGen Family Toolkit: a seven-part guide to planning your multi-gen home, $47, available at juliford.com/multi-gen This episode is for you if: You are in your 40s, 50s, 60s, or beyond and thinking about what the next chapter of home looks like for your whole family.  You have aging parents and you are trying to figure out how to keep everyone close without losing yourself in the process.  You have been curious about ADUs but did not know where to start. Or you are simply ready to stop seeing multi-generational living as a compromise and start seeing it as a choice. Connect with Juli: Website: juliford.com  Instagram: @itsjuliford Free Guide and the MultiGen Toolkit: juliford.com/multi-gen

    15 min

  5. MAR 11

    What Families Are Asking Right Now About ADUs and Multi-Gen Living

    In this Season 3 kickoff episode of Home After 50™, Juli Ford shares what she’s been hearing from families exploring multi-generational living and ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) as housing solutions. After taking a short break from the podcast, Juli reflects on the questions families are asking right now about financing, planning, and creating homes that support multiple generations. She also shares some behind-the-scenes updates from her work helping families across the country create successful plans for multi-generational living. This episode offers a look at the themes shaping the new season of the podcast and the evolving ways families are thinking about home, financial wellbeing, and life after 50. In this episode, Juli shares:• Why she took a short break from the podcast and what she learned from stepping back • The conversations she’s been hearing from families exploring multi-generational living • How living in a multi-generational home impacted her own family financially • Why more families are interested in Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) • A new guide Juli is creating to help families vet ADU builders • Insights from families she works with across the country planning multi-gen homes • Her recent visit to the Massachusetts Attorney General’s office for a housing creator briefing • New housing policy changes in Massachusetts that make ADUs easier to build • What listeners can expect in Season 3 of Home After 50 Coming up this seasonSeason 3 will explore many of the questions families are asking about housing, including: • Financing strategies for multi-generational homes • Creative ways families are using ADUs • Rethinking retirement and reinvention after 50 • How women in midlife are reimagining home, family, and work Juli will also be joined by several guests who bring new perspectives on retirement planning, housing strategy, and building meaning in the second half of life. Resources mentioned• Multi-Generational Living Guide • ADU Builder Interview Guide (coming soon) Work with JuliIf your family is exploring a multi-generational home, Juli helps families across the country develop thoughtful housing strategies and connect with experienced local real estate professionals. You can learn more or schedule a Multi-Gen Clarity Call at: www.juliford.com/consult Connect with JuliWebsite: www.juliford.com Instagram: @itsjuliford

    19 min

  6. FEB 12

    A Little Pause, A Lot of Gratitude

    In this short episode, Juli closes out Season 2 of Home After 50™ with reflection, gratitude, and a look ahead to Season 3. After two seasons and 24 conversations about multi-generational living, the Open Nest, caring for aging parents, reinventing life and business after 50, and reimagining what “home” really means, it feels important to pause intentionally before moving into the next season of the podcast. This podcast is structured in seasons to allow space to breathe, recalibrate, and thoughtfully curate what comes next. And this pause is part of that rhythm. Because after 50, home isn’t just where we live. It’s who we’re becoming. In This Episode• Why Season 2 is coming to a close • What this intentional break allows space for • Topics that will continue shaping future seasons • An invitation to suggest future guests • A heartfelt thank you to this growing community Help Shape Season 3If you know someone who would be a meaningful guest on Home After 50™, Juli would love to hear from you. Email: Juli@JuliFord.com Stay Connected✨ Follow Juli on Instagram @itsjuliford That’s where she shares behind-the-scenes ideas about multi-generational living, real estate, business after 50, and designing a next chapter you truly love. ✨ Download the Free Multi-Generational Living Guide https://juliford.com/multi-gen Support the PodcastIf this show has resonated with you, leaving a five-star review on Apple or Spotify or commenting on YouTube helps more women find these conversations. Thank you for being here. Season 3 is coming soon.

    5 min

  7. FEB 5

    Backyard ADUs & Multi-Gen Living: What Families Need to Know About Costs, Financing & Design

    In this episode of Home After 50, Juli talks with Chris Lee, CEO and Founder of Backyard ADUs, about how Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are becoming one of the most practical solutions for multi-generational living, aging in place, and starter homes for adult children. Chris shares what families should understand before building a backyard home, including realistic costs, financing options, timelines, design considerations, and why family conversations need to happen early in the process. Whether you’re considering building an ADU for a parent, yourself, or a grown child, this episode offers a grounded look at what’s actually involved. In This Episode, We Cover:• What an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) is • Typical ADU costs in New England and what affects pricing • Financing options, including second-lien and post-build value loans • Using home sale proceeds to fund an ADU • Why family alignment matters before design begins • Accessibility and aging-in-place design features • What the ADU process looks like from idea to move-in • What to expect during backyard construction About the GuestChris Lee is the CEO and Founder of Backyard ADUs, a company designing and building custom backyard homes across Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire. His philosophy: “If I wouldn’t have my own family live in it, no one should.” Helpful LinksBackyard ADUs website: https://backyardadus.com/ Find upcoming Backyard ADUs free webinars on their site, including one on March 18th where Juli will be a guest. Resources from Juli Free Multi-Gen Living Guide and The Multi-Gen Family Toolkit → juliford.com/multi-gen Follow Juli on Instagram: @itsjuliford Connect with Juli: https://juliford.com/ If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend or family member exploring multi-generational living or aging in place, and subscribe to Home After 50 for more conversations about home and life after 50.

    57 min

  8. JAN 29

    Before You Build a Multi-Gen ADU: The Family Conversations That Come First

    Thinking about a multi-generational home or adding an ADU but not sure where to start? In this episode, Juli shares why the most important first step isn’t design, permits, or construction - it’s having the right family conversations. Inspired by an email from a 73-year-old listener asking for help getting started with her family’s Multi-Gen Home, Juli walks through how to begin talking about multi-generational living with clarity and care, and shares practical conversation prompts around money, privacy, and boundaries. You’ll learn: Why uncertainty is a normal starting point How to begin multi-generational living conversations How to talk about money and shared expenses How to discuss privacy, independence, and boundaries What’s inside Juli’s Multi-Gen Family Toolkit Resources: Visit:  juliford.com/multi-gen To access: The Free Multi-Generational Living Guide: The  Multi-Gen Family Toolkit (PDF version) Monthly Multi-Gen Coffee Chat (included with toolkit) For the Print Edition of the Toolkit, visit: https://stan.store/juliford/p/the-multigen-toolkit-print-edition Next week: Juli talks with a backyard ADU builder about the physical side of creating a multi-generational home.

    15 min
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Home After 50™ is a podcast about redefining what it means to come home - to your space, your purpose, and yourself - in your next chapter of life. Hosted by real estate expert, wellness coach, and multigenerational living advocate Juli Ford, this show is for women 50 and up who are anything but “winding down.” Whether you’re caring for aging parents, welcoming adult kids back home, starting a business, or simply dreaming about what’s next - this podcast is your weekly permission slip to do it all with style, soul, and strategy. You’ll hear honest conversations and practical insights on: *Multigenerational living- from the personal to the practical *How to design a home that actually works for you now *Talking to your family about big transitions *Creative ways to fund your next home (or next chapter) *Reinventing your life, business, or sense of purpose after 50 *Building a new kind of wealth - emotional, relational, and generational Each episode blends storytelling with real-life strategy to help you navigate this season with confidence. Juli shares her own journey of living in a three-generation household, transitioning into a soul-aligned business, and helping other women find more freedom, connection, and beauty in their homes - and in their lives. This isn’t about downsizing your dreams. It’s about designing your expansion. If you’re: *Over 50 and feeling the pull to do things differently *Craving a more intentional way of living, working, and aging *Curious about multigenerational living or buying/selling a home for what’s next *A woman real estate agent or other entrepreneur reinventing your own business after 50 …you’ll feel right at home here. New episodes drop weekly. Make sure to follow and subscribe so you never miss an episode and follow host Juli Ford on Instagram at @itsjuliford where you can download your free Multi-Generational Living Guide to get inspired.

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  • Creator
    Juli Ford
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Juli Ford

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