Downsizing in 20201/6/2020 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 need the same space they did in the past.
It can be liberating to divest yourself of "things" that have been accumulated over the years but are no longer needed. Moving to a less expensive home, could provide savings for unanticipated expenditures or cash that could be invested for additional income. Savings can be realized in the lower premiums for insurance and lower property taxes, as well as, the lower utility costs associated with a smaller home. Typically, owners downsize to a home to 2/3 to 50% of their current home's size. In some situations, it is not only economically beneficial, but their interests may have changed so that a different style of home, area or city might fit their lifestyle better. The sale of a home with a lot of profit will not necessarily trigger a tax liability. Homeowners are eligible for an exclusion of $250,000 of gain for single taxpayers and up to $500,000 for married taxpayers who have owned and used their home two out of the last five years and haven't taken the exclusion in the previous 24 months. Homeowners should consult their tax professionals to see how this may apply to their individual situation. For more information, you can download the Homeowners Tax Guide. Call me at (808) 345-6192 to find out what your home is worth and what it would take to make the move to another home.
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Downsizing is an Alternative9/23/2019 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 will run out early, it is understandable that downsizing may be strategy to meet their goals.
Once the kids are grown, have careers, relationships and get a place of their own, parents find they may not need their "big" home like they did before. In other situations, their lifestyle might have changed, and the house just doesn't "fit" anymore. The benefits of a smaller home can include the following:
Like any other big change in life, it is recommended that a person should take their time to consider the possible alternatives and outcomes. Are they going to stay in the same area? What type of property would suit their needs for the future? The tax-free exclusion allows a homeowner to take up to $250,000 of gain for single taxpayers and up to $500,000 for married taxpayers. Part or all of this could be used to generate income for retirement. Other uses for the equity could include paying off other debt, taking the trip of a lifetime or making a special gift. There will be expenses involved in selling a home as well as the purchase of a new home. These will lower the amount of net proceeds you'll have to invest in the new home. Homeowners should consult their tax professionals to see how this applies to their situation. Please contact me at (808) 345-6192 or rhodestokona@gmail.com if you have any questions about what your home is worth or how long it might take to sell it. Other things that could be of value are our Homeowners Tax Guide or Sellers Guide. AuthorRead helpful articles and real estate resources shared on behalf Realtor® Broker, BIC Jennifer R. Rhodes of Premier Island Properties LLC Archives
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