Gary Hughes, a Realtor with Weichert Realty, has been recognized as a Seniors Real Estate Specialist by the SRES Council. SRES designees are Realtors who have completed the SRES education program and demonstrated the necessary knowledge and expertise to counsel clients age 50+ through major financial and lifestyle transitions involved in relocating, refinancing, or selling the family home. Hughes is also the managing partner of Hansen-Hughes, a consulting company supporting older adults and those who serve them, and the contributing author of “Senior Spotlight” in Viva Tysons Magazine. For more information, contact Hughes at g.hughes@hansen-hughes.com.

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