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Downsizing in 2020

Approximately 52 million or 16% of Americans are age 65 and over.  It is easy to understand that some of them are thinking of downsizing their home because they don’t…

Written by Mike Parker

January 7, 2020

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An Investment Perspective on a Home

Looking for an investment that will turn $10,000 into $80,000 in seven years?  Sound too good to be true?  What if I told you that you could live in it…

Written by Mike Parker

December 9, 2019

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Understanding the Mortgage Interest Deduction

Mortgage interest paid on your principal residence is deductible today as it was in 1913 when 16th amendment allowed personal income tax.  The 2017 Tax Cut and Jobs Act reduced…

Written by Mike Parker

December 6, 2019

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30th Annual Pictures with Santa

Written by Mike Parker

November 23, 2019

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7 Reasons to Buy a Home

Written by Mike Parker

November 21, 2019

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What’s the Difference in Pre-Qualification and Pre-Approval?

Before looking for a home, you need to know how much you can afford. While you may have a number in your head, the lender has the final say. Securing…

Written by Mike Parker

November 12, 2019

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Buy Your Retirement Home Now

Maybe you’re not ready to move into it but that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t take advantage of the present opportunities to acquire the home you want to live in…

Written by Mike Parker

November 5, 2019

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Time for a Toilet Upgrade

Whether it is a cosmetic or a mechanical reason for upgrading a toilet, you may not know all the choices that are involved to choose the right one for your…

Written by Mike Parker

October 21, 2019

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Downsizing is an Alternative

It is estimated that over 15% of the population in the U.S. are over 65 years of age.  With one of the most common fears of seniors being their money…

Written by Mike Parker

September 3, 2019

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Steps in Home Buying Process

The process of buying a home can be different based on the price range and whether a mortgage is needed.  While some things are different, others are similar regardless of…

Written by Mike Parker

August 28, 2019

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