Olear Team

What is Elderlife Real Estate?

Elderlife Real Estate specializes in catering to the unique needs of older adults and their caregivers, a commitment we’ve upheld since 1999. Michael Olear, equipped with a Master’s Degree in Social Work, seamlessly integrates social work expertise with real estate brokerage. This distinctive combination has proven exceptionally valuable to countless families in Western New York (WNY). Our team includes multiple realtors with the Seniors Real Estate Specialist designation.

Whether you’re navigating the transition from a family home to a more compact residence, considering a move to a senior community, or managing responsibilities as a Power of Attorney (POA) or executor, we understand that your focus should not be on intricate details. We take care of every aspect for you, from household sales to repairs and inspections. Entrust us with the specialized tasks of selling your property, allowing you to direct your attention where it matters most.

We are dedicated to planning every aspect for you, from managing household sales to coordinating repairs and inspections. Let us take care of the specialized work involved in selling your property, allowing you to focus your attention where it’s needed most. With our comprehensive approach, you can trust that your property sale will be handled efficiently and professionally, giving you the peace of mind to concentrate on other priorities.

Sell a home.

Buy a home.

Featured listings.

For Sale
$ 450,000

4 bd / 2 ba / 2500 Sq Ft

For Sale
$ 275,000

3 bd / 3 ba / 1700 Sq Ft

For Rent
$ 2000/mo

3 bd / 3 ba / 1450 Sq Ft

For Sale
$ 238,000

3 bd / 2 ba / 1100 Sq Ft

Meet the team!

Learn more about our skilled and professional real estate team.

We invite you to engage in a process that will help you identify your needs and wants and then translate these into a simple step by step plan to help you realize your objectives. We can help with all aspects of residential real estate including new construction, vacant land and both owner occupied and investment property. We also offer specialized services for older adults, their caregivers and their power of attorney and executors. Five of our realtors hold the advanced Seniors Real Estate Specialist designation.

What our clients are saying.

"I cannot recommend Laura more emphatically."

Laura helped me sell a house from long distance. I've worked with many agents over the years and Laura's service and professionalism was exceptional. She anticipated issues in advance, sourced and coordinated with local professionals to address them, and got us to the finish line with a level head and no drama. I cannot recommend Laura more emphatically.
Ben B.

"Gem of a realtor!"

So lucky to find James as a realtor. He has great understanding of his market, and all factors that drive the market, economy, demographics, zoning, etc Very upfront and honest with his recommendations to help inform the prospective buyer to make the best decision. Gem of a realtor!
Kristi G.

"We would highly recommend Michael Olear to anyone thinking of selling their home."

We first met Michael Olear at one of his seminars on downsizing and were impressed by his knowledge and his helpful handouts. This led to getting a home appraisal and listing our home. He was very aware of taking precautions of showing our home during the covid virus. We sold our home in 2 days with an offer over the listing price. We would highly recommend Michael Olear to anyone thinking of selling their home.
Jacque T.