What Happens When an OT Becomes Your Realtor?

In this Care Lab episode, Brandy and Emilia sit down with occupational therapist turned real estate agent, Ashley Mahoney, to explore how healthcare meets housing. What happens when someone trained in accessibility, safety, and quality of life helps you buy your next home?

They dig into the realities of buying or selling a home when you’re planning to age in place or accommodate changing health needs. Ashley shares her personal journey, what clients often overlook, and how OT principles change the real estate experience for the better.

Chapters:

00:00 - Intro and Kansas City OT energy

03:00 - Icebreaker: Life-changing moments

10:30 - Why Ashley left OT for real estate

15:00 - What to look for in an accessibility-aware realtor

22:00 - The emotional impact of moving and aging

30:00 - Kansas City housing stock and access considerations

37:30 - Resources, where to find Ashley, and final thoughts

Resources:

Find adaptive equipment at: https://www.asksamie.com

Explore care navigation tools: https://seniorai.app

Learn more about Care Lab: https://www.carelabpodcast.com

Connect with Ashley Mahoney: https://ashleybossrealty.com