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Why Residential Commercial Real Estate Looks Attractive in 2025

Jan 20 2025

In this Financial Samurai podcast episode, I speak to Ben Miller, co-founder and CEO ofFundriseabout his outlook for residential commercial real estate in 2025. Despite high mortgage rates, he's taken...

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A Model for Elder Care? Supported Housing Offers Some Hope for the Future

Jan 18 2025

Much of what I’ve been writing about lately are the dire prospects for elder care when the oldest baby boomers begin reaching their late 80s within a decade. The challenges we will face are exac...

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25 Areas of Your House That Are Most Likely to Fail Inspection 

Jan 18 2025

When it comes to buying or selling a home, the inspection process can make or break the deal. It’s the moment where hidden flaws come to light, turning what seemed like a dream home into a poten...

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Thoughts On Funding Retirement with a Reverse Mortgage?

Jan 17 2025

My financial manager says I don’t have enough invested to last me the rest of my (projected) lifespan unless I add a hefty six-figure amount sometime in the next 5–10 years. Fair enough. I...

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Can You Get a Mortgage In Retirement? And Should You?

Jan 17 2025

With interest rates still stubbornly high and home prices elevated, here’s how a retiree living on a fixed income can land a decent mortgage....

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Home sweet home: A majority of Americans want to age in place

Jan 14 2025

The U.S. is approaching a big demographic shift, and it’s already starting to reshape how people think about living as they grow older....

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Will 2025 be the year of the first-time home buyer?

Jan 14 2025

Empower research shows that more than half of Americans equate home ownership to financial success, but the surge in home prices may be pushing the dream out of reach for some....

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Second home as an investment - does it ever work?

Jan 13 2025

If you’re a couple in your late 50s and trying to maximize your nest egg…even if you had $1 million or more to afford a second home (let’s say near a beach or some other very desira...

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Climate Disasters: How to Protect Your Money, Home, and Retirement Well Being

Jan 10 2025

Learn how climate disasters could impact your retirement and take steps now to protect your health and wealth from possible negative impacts. The post Climate Disasters: How to Protect Your Money, Hom...

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The Wrong Money Question to Ask After Trump's Election

Jan 10 2025

If you're wondering what moves to make with a new president moving into the White House, you're being dangerously shortsighted. Here's what to do instead....

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Hire A Top-Tier or Average Real Estate Agent at Lower Commission

Jan 08 2025

One of my goals for 2025 is to simplify life by selling a rental property. A key decision in this process is whether to hire a top-tier real estate agent, who charges a higher commission, or opt for a...

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FUN additions or changes to your home for retirement?

Jan 04 2025

I'm wondering if there are things that you guys added or changed about your home to make it more FUN since, for most, you have more time in your home upon retiring. Met somebody who put in a shufflebo...

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The Hidden Costs of Homebuying You Need to Know About 

Jan 02 2025

Buying a home is one of the most exciting decisions you’ll ever make, right? It’s also one of the most expensive, if not the most expensive. Many people spend months planning their budgets...

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Where to Retire 2025: Puerto Rico

Jan 01 2025

Thinking of retiring in Puerto Rico? Beach-loving retirees can look to the Caribbean for a scenic and sunny U.S. island to call their new home....

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Does anyone regret paying off your house?

Jan 01 2025

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2024 Year In Review: A Year Of Transition And Luck

Dec 31 2024

With 2024 almost done, I'd like to share my year in review. For the vast majority of investors, this was a banner year, with the S&P 500 up ~24% and real estate prices in most of the country conti...

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Who Should Be the Trustee of My Real Estate Portfolio?

Dec 31 2024

Make sure your family’s property assets are stewarded from one generation to the next...

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12 Personal Finance Tips for 2025

Dec 31 2024

As we wrap up 2024, it’s time to focus on personal finance tips for 2025. Make getting your financial house in order your main 2025 resolution. Not only is it possible, but it is also something ...

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Moving from Stay at Home Parent to Retiree?

Dec 30 2024

Were any of you a stay a home (SAH) parent or was your spouse? If so, what defined 'retirement'? Age, kids launching, collecting SS, spouse retiring, ...? I have only one friend who was FULLY a SAHM (...

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The Sunday Best 12/29/2024

Dec 29 2024

Welcome to this week’s edition of the Sunday Best! From public housing policies to landlord involvement and nostalgic trading, we ... Read more...

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Public Transportation is a requirement for an independent retirement

Dec 28 2024

I read a lot about retirees and their choice of home size, location, health care, etc. However, one of the most important aspects is maintaining independence. We have two children; one lives 30 minute...

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Adjusting my mindset from will I have enough? to Yes! I can retire.

Dec 26 2024

I'm 62 (will be 63 on the 1st) and I have worked for the same company the last 22 years. When I started there I felt waaay behind on retirement saving and had just bought my house so had a 30 year mor...

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Retiring in a large home - Good idea or not?

Dec 25 2024

Greetings all, I’m curious to hear everyone’s thoughts on the following. My wife and I are still several years away from retirement, her about 5 and 10 myself. Even though the ‘big d...

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The Truth About Reverse Mortgages (Ep. 7)

Dec 23 2024

Did you know that nearly 70% of retirees’ net worth is tied up in their home equity? Yet many never consider leveraging it to secure a worry-free retirement. This week…...

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5 Ways to Finance a Home Purchase Overseas

Dec 18 2024

Here’s how to come up with the cash to buy a property in another country....

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For those who travel for LONG periods, who looks after your house/mail, etc?

Dec 17 2024

While I am not a big traveler, my spouse is looking forward to taking some longer trips upon retirement. Not years abroad. But maybe a month rather than our now 10 day limit of travel. Right now, one ...

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How Does a Second Home Impact Your Finances?

Dec 17 2024

I recently was asked an interesting question. What is the most impactful financial advice I’ve given since I started working as a financial planner? Financial advice is often synonymous with inv...

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Capitalizing On The Return To Office: Big City Real Estate Insights

Dec 13 2024

Real estate is inherently local, with property values closely tied to the economic drivers and characteristics of specific regions. While understanding the national housing price forecast for 2025 pro...

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Inbox Questions | Capital Gains on the Sale of Home

Dec 12 2024

Today, we tackle a question from Patrick about the nuances of capital gains taxes on the sale of a primary residence. We break down how community property laws can impact your tax liability, the role ...

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2025 Housing Price Forecasts: Continued Strong Gains

Dec 11 2024

Now that I’ve shared the 2025 S&P 500 target price forecast, let’s dive into housing price forecasts for 2025. The outlook from housing analysts is positive, with expected gains rangin...

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Real Estate Market Outlook

Dec 11 2024

Contents from freedom 35 blog. (www.freedomthirtyfiveblog.com) Will Canadian Housing Finally Cool in 2025? The average Canadian home sells for about $700,000 today, similar to last year. (Orange line ...

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Real estate advice for upcoming move

Dec 11 2024

I’m within a year of retirement and I’ve been watching the real estate market where I plan to go. I have about 100k equity in my current house. The market for it should be strong. My credi...

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How Combining Your Home Equity and IRA Can Supercharge Your Retirement

Dec 10 2024

While many retirees own an IRA and a home, very few are considering how they could work together in a plan for retirement income....

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25 Financial Moves to Consider Before December 31

Dec 07 2024

Tidying up your financial house before the New Year kicks off will put you in a great position to have a financially satisfying and successful 2025....

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Performance Update: Irrational Exuberance?

Dec 06 2024

My main goal* was to build an investment and cash portfolio of$1,120,000* ($1,000,000 to retire on and $120,000 to pay off the house) in1500 days**, starting from 1/1/2013 and ending in February of 20...

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When Does Buying a House Make Sense?

Dec 06 2024

Now that we have a kid, naturally the next step is to buy a house, right? I mean, that’s what people tell us, anyway. Of all our friends and family members, the number of parents we know who cho...

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Best Work-from-Home Companies in 2025: Top Picks for Remote Work from Home Jobs

Dec 04 2024

Explore the thriving world of remote work from home jobs in 2025. Discover top companies like GitLab, Spotify, and Amazon offering flexibility, global opportunities, and competitive benefits. Learn ho...

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Should You Help Your Adult Children Buy a Home?

Dec 04 2024

Instead of passing on an inheritance, giving your children cash to buy a home can be a smart move — as long as you’re not jeopardizing your own retirement....

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Alternative Investments, Annuities, and Real Estate Syndications - 491

Nov 30 2024

What do Joe Anderson, CFP® and Big Al Clopine, CPA think about alternative investments? Andrew in Ohio wants to know. Are real estate syndication deals for real, and a YMYW listener just chose poo...

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This is the Biggest Way People Waste Money in Retirement

Nov 30 2024

Meet Sarah—a retiree with a multi-million-dollar portfolio, no mortgage, and all her income needs covered by Social Security. Yet, she hesitates to furnish her newly expanded home, fearing it wo...

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When Does Buying a House Make Sense?

Nov 26 2024

Now that we have a kid, naturally the next step is to buy a house, right? I mean, that’s what people tell us, anyway. Of all our friends and family members, the number of parents we know who cho...

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Seniors Building Home Businesses - Essential Steps

Nov 24 2024

Exploring the idea of starting a home-based business presents a unique opportunity for seniors looking to blend their wealth of experience with the flexibility of self-employment. This venture allows ...

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José Andrés’ Fall Favorites

Nov 23 2024

Caregiver’s Guide to Smart Home Tech...

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What You Need to Know

Nov 23 2024

Caregiver’s Guide to Smart Home Tech...

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Dollar Store Do’s and Don’ts

Nov 23 2024

Caregiver’s Guide to Smart Home Tech...

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Home maintenance in retirement, is a Home Warranty a good investment or scam

Nov 21 2024

I have been retired for a year and my wife will be retiring soon. We own our small home (1100sq/ft) and do what ever maintenance our selfs. But we don't do our own, plumbing, electrical or roofing etc...

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Do we pay off the house or not?

Nov 18 2024

Hello, My husband is 9 years older than I (he turns 60 this month) and wants to retire as soon as possible. A lot of hard work over the year and killed his body. I will continue working until I am 66 ...

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You Can Dial Back Real Estate Risk

Nov 12 2024

We know you can and should take some risk when investing in stocks, but does that same principle apply to real estate investing? The post You Can Dial Back Real Estate Risk appeared first on The White...

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Should You Ever Put More Than 20% Down on a Home?

Nov 12 2024

Now that the Fed has cut rates yet again, it looks like the housing market might start heating up. This means that you may finally get the chance to get a reasonable mortgage rate. Of course, reasonab...

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When to Pay Off Your Home, Retire, and Do Roth Conversions - 503

Nov 12 2024

When should Jack and Swan in Florida pay off their home, retire, and convert their savings to Roth for lifetime tax-free investment growth? Jennifer in Colorado wonders whether she should take taxes i...

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