About

About Housing After 60

HousingAfter60.com was founded by Charles O’Dell to solve a specific problem: the lack of transparent, logic-based information for seniors navigating housing transitions. Most resources in the senior living space are driven by sales commissions or advertising. This site is different.


The Mission

Our goal is to provide adults over 60—and the families who support them—with the technical and financial data needed to make informed decisions. Whether you are modifying your current home, evaluating 55+ communities, or considering the tax implications of a move, we provide the facts without the fluff.


Our Philosophy

  • First-Principles Logic: We break housing down to its core costs and benefits.
  • Cost Transparency: We provide real-world data on remodeling, buying, and community fees.
  • Directness: We don’t sugarcoat the trade-offs of aging in place vs. relocating.

Charles O’Dell Bio

Charles O’Dell is the founder of mobilehomefriend.com and housingafter60.com. With extensive experience in housing and a commitment to data-driven advice, Charles helps thousands of seniors secure their future through better housing choices.